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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Zeitz is to bus which costs €27 - €50 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Zeitz is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Zeitz?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Zeitz station. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Zeitz train station via Halle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Zeitz?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Zeitz. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Zeitz via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Essen to Zeitz?

The distance between Essen and Zeitz is 557 km. The road distance is 422.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Zeitz without a car is to train via Leipzig which takes 5h 51m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Essen to Zeitz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Zeitz bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Zeitz train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Zeitz?

The best way to get from Essen to Zeitz is to train via Leipzig which takes 5h 51m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €50 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Essen to Zeitz bus arrive?

Essen to Zeitz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Halle station.

Where does the Essen to Zeitz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Zeitz?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Zeitz is 423 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Essen to Zeitz.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Zeitz?

There are 448+ hotels available in Zeitz.

Essen to Zeitz - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Essen to Zeitz 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 via Leipzig
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 51
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Zeitztrain Rb / ...
5h 51m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Hallebus 1304 / ...
2. Take the bus from Halle to Zeitz train stationbus 052
7h 15m
€28–48
Drive 422.8 km
1. Drive from Essen to Zeitzcar 422.8 km
4h 12m
€60–86
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane DUS - LEJ
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Zeitztrain
5h 54m
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Gera Hbftrain 51
6h 54m
€75–90
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Essen to Leipzigbus Kyiv-Den haag / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Zeitztrain Rb / ...
7h 48m
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane DUS - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Zeitztrain
5h 37m
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane FRA - LEJ
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Zeitztrain
5h 23m
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane DUS - BER
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Leipzig Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Zeitztrain
5h 56m

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) flights

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4h 23mAverage Duration

€104Cheapest Price

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Distance: 556.7 km
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Zeitz via Leipzig Hbf in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Zeitz train station via Halle in around 7h 15m.

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