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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Strasbourg is to drive which costs €60 - €90 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Strasbourg is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Strasbourg?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Strasbourg. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Strasbourg via Koeln Hbf, Frankfurt and Offenburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Essen to Strasbourg?

The distance between Essen and Strasbourg is 533 km. The road distance is 406.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Strasbourg without a car is to train and bus via Vaihingen an der Enz which takes 6h 54m and costs €60 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Essen to Strasbourg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Strasbourg train from?

Essen to Strasbourg train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Strasbourg train arrive?

Essen to Strasbourg train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Strasbourg?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Strasbourg is 407 km. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Essen to Strasbourg.

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

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Where can I stay near Strasbourg?

There are 2389+ hotels available in Strasbourg.

Essen to Strasbourg - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Strasbourg by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus via Vaihingen an der Enz
best
1. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Vaihingen(Enz)train Ice
2. Take the train from Vaihingen(Enz) to Karlsruhe Hbftrain Re
3. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Strasbourgbus 321 / ...
6h 54m
€61–141
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Leverkusen Mittetrain Re
2. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Strasbourgbus FlixBus N11
7h 20m
Drive 406.9 km
1. Drive from Essen to Strasbourgcar 406.9 km
4h 9m
€63–91
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Offenburgtrain
7h 45m
€74–191
Train, bus via Cologne
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Karlsruhe Hbftrain
3. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Strasbourgbus 321 / ...
8h 19m
€68–153

Essen to Strasbourg by train and bus

7Weekly Services

6h 54mAverage Duration

€61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 532.7 km
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Strasbourg, France?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg via Koeln Hbf, Frankfurt, and Offenburg in around 7h 45m.

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