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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Wismar is to bus which costs €25 - €65 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Wismar is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Wismar?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Wismar station. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Wismar central bus station via Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Wismar?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Wismar. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Wismar via Hamburg Hbf and Schwerin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Essen to Wismar?

The distance between Essen and Wismar is 529 km. The road distance is 475.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Wismar without a car is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs €45 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Essen to Wismar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Wismar bus from?

Essen to Wismar bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Wismar train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Wismar?

The best way to get from Essen to Wismar is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs €45 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €65 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Essen to Wismar bus arrive?

Essen to Wismar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Essen to Wismar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Wismar?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Wismar is 476 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Essen to Wismar.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Wismar?

Book your Essen to Wismar bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Wismar?

There are 3195+ hotels available in Wismar.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Wismar 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 Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Schwerin Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
6h 14m
€48–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus N74 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Wismar central bus stationbus N1386 / ...
8h 45m
€25–65
Drive 475.9 km
1. Drive from Essen to Wismarcar 475.9 km
4h 5m
€68–98
Fly, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane DUS - HAM
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Schwerin Hauptbahnhoftrain
6h 2m
€111–313
Bus via Essen Hbf
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Hamburg Central Bus Stationbus Odesa
2. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Wismar central bus stationbus N1386 / ...
9h 39m
€67–93

Essen to Wismar by train

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6h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 528.5 km
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Wismar, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Wismar via Hamburg Hbf and Schwerin Hbf in around 6h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Wismar central bus station via Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof in around 8h 45m.

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