What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Skanderborg?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Skanderborg is to bus and train which costs 430 kr - 700 kr and takes 11h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Skanderborg?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Skanderborg is to drive which takes 5h 41m and costs 850 kr - 1300 kr.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Skanderborg?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Skanderborg. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Skanderborg Busterminal via Hanover central bus station and Park Allé/Rådhuset. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Skanderborg?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Skanderborg. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Skanderborg St. via Hamburg Hbf and Fredericia St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Essen to Skanderborg?

The distance between Essen and Skanderborg is 743 km. The road distance is 664 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Skanderborg without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Skanderborg without a car is to train which takes 8h 24m and costs 650 kr - 1300 kr.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Skanderborg?

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Essen to Skanderborg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Skanderborg bus from?

Essen to Skanderborg bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Skanderborg train from?

Essen to Skanderborg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Skanderborg?

The best way to get from Essen to Skanderborg is to train which takes 8h 24m and costs 650 kr - 1300 kr. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 700 kr - 1200 kr and takes 11h 43m.

Where does the Essen to Skanderborg bus arrive?

Essen to Skanderborg bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, arrive at Hannover Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Skanderborg train arrive?

Essen to Skanderborg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Skanderborg?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Skanderborg is 664 km. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Essen to Skanderborg.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Skanderborg?

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Where can I stay near Skanderborg?

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Essen to Skanderborg - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Essen to Skanderborg by train, bus, car, plane, or car train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Fredericia St.train Ece
3. Take the train from Fredericia St. to Skanderborg St.train Re / ...
8h 24m
kr 682–1,303
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Kolding bus stationbus N74
2. Take the train from Vejle St. to Skanderborg St.train Re / ...
11h 31m
kr 438–665
Drive 664 km
1. Drive from Essen to Skanderborgcar 664 km
5h 41m
kr 867–1,252
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Billund Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Billund Airport (BLL)plane DUS - BLL
2. Take the train from Vejle St. to Skanderborg St.train
7h 11m
kr 828–2,366
Train via Odense
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Odense St.train Ece / ...
3. Take the train from Odense St. to Skanderborg St.train Icl / ...
9h 51m
kr 542–1,133
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hbfbus Dnipro
2. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Aarhus C FlixBus stopbus 172
11h 43m
kr 744–1,123
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Essen to Hannover Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Hannover Hbf to Hamburg Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Hamburg Hbf to Skanderborgcar
6h 1m
kr 1,317–1,772
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Aarhus Airport, bus
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Aarhus Airport (AAR)plane DUS - AAR
2. Take the bus from Aarhus Lufthavn to Aarhus Banegårdsplads/Banegårdspladsenbus
8h 3m
kr 908–2,751
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Billund Airport, train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Billund Airport (BLL)plane FRA - BLL
3. Take the train from Vejle St. to Skanderborg St.train
6h 40m
kr 1,123–2,785
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Copenhagen Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)plane DUS - CPH
2. Take the train from København, Københavns Lufthavn to Skanderborg St.train
7h 58m
kr 1,096–2,755
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Hamburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane DUS - HAM
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Fredericia St.train
3. Take the train from Fredericia St. to Skanderborg St.train
8h 12m
kr 1,131–2,607

Essen to Skanderborg by train

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8h 24mAverage Duration

kr 682Cheapest Price

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Distance: 743.2 km
Duration: 8h 24m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Skanderborg, Denmark?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Skanderborg St. via Hamburg Hbf and Fredericia St. in around 8h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen Hbf to Skanderborg Busterminal via Hannover Hbf, Hanover central bus station, Aarhus C FlixBus stop, and Park Allé/Rådhuset in around 11h 43m.

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