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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Weimar is to bus which costs €30 - €85 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Weimar is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Weimar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Weimar. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Essen to Weimar?

The distance between Essen and Weimar is 423 km. The road distance is 361 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Weimar without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs €55 - €130.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Weimar takes 4h 42m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Essen to Weimar train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Weimar?

The best way to get from Essen to Weimar is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs €55 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €85 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Essen to Weimar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Weimar?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Weimar is 361 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Essen to Weimar.

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

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Where can I stay near Weimar?

There are 966+ hotels available in Weimar.

Essen to Weimar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Weimar by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Weimartrain 51
4h 42m
€55–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Kasselbus 023 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kassel to Erfurt central train stationbus N69
6h 53m
€32–83
Drive 361 km
1. Drive from Essen to Weimarcar 361 km
3h 32m
€51–74
Fly, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane DUS - LEJ
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Weimartrain
6h 24m
€193–430

Essen to Weimar by train

13Weekly Trains

4h 42mAverage Duration

€55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 422.6 km
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Weimar, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Weimar twice daily. Tickets cost €55–130 and the journey takes 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Weimar via Kassel, Erfurt central train station, and Erfurt Hbf in around 6h 53m.

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