What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Timmendorfer Strand?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Timmendorfer Strand is to drive which costs €60 - €90 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Timmendorfer Strand?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Timmendorfer Strand is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Timmendorfer Strand?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Timmendorfer Strand. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Timmendorfer Strand ZOB via Hanover central bus station and Lübeck ZOB/Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Essen to Timmendorfer Strand?

The distance between Essen and Timmendorfer Strand is 463 km. The road distance is 430.2 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Timmendorfer Strand without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Timmendorfer Strand without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs €80 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Timmendorfer Strand?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Essen to Timmendorfer Strand, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Timmendorfer Strand bus from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Timmendorfer Strand?

The best way to get from Essen to Timmendorfer Strand is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs €80 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €75 - €95 and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Essen to Timmendorfer Strand bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Timmendorfer Strand?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Timmendorfer Strand is 430 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Essen to Timmendorfer Strand.

Where can I stay near Timmendorfer Strand?

There are 5073+ hotels available in Timmendorfer Strand.

Essen to Timmendorfer Strand - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Timmendorfer Strand by train, bus, car, plane, or car train

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain Re8 / ...
5h 36m
€81–105
Drive 430.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Timmendorfer Strandcar 430.2 km
3h 47m
€61–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hbfbus Dnipro
2. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Lübeckbus N05
7h 27m
€75–93
Fly, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane DUS - HAM
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain
4h 49m
€107–276
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 Timmendorfer Strandcar
4h 1m
€136–177

Essen to Timmendorfer Strand by train and bus

149Weekly Services

5h 36mAverage Duration

€81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 463.5 km
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Timmendorfer Strand, Germany?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Timmendorfer Strand ZOB via Hamburg Hbf, Lübeck Hbf, and Lübeck ZOB/Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen Hbf to Timmendorfer Strand ZOB via Hannover Hbf, Hanover central bus station, Lübeck, and Lübeck ZOB/Hauptbahnhof in around 7h 27m.

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