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

The cheapest way to get from Esslingen to Essen is to drive which costs €60 - €90 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Esslingen to Essen is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 28m and costs €80 - €160.

Is there a direct train between Esslingen and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Esslingen and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Esslingen to Essen?

The distance between Esslingen and Essen is 434 km. The road distance is 416.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Esslingen to Essen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 28m and costs €80 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Esslingen to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Esslingen to Essen train from?

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

Where does the Esslingen to Essen train arrive?

Esslingen to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Esslingen to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Esslingen to Essen is 417 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Esslingen to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Esslingen to Essen - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Esslingen to Essen by train, car, or plane

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Esslingen to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Essen Hbftrain 41 / ...
3h 28m
€81–157
Drive 416.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Esslingen to Essencar 416.6 km
4h 10m
€61–88
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Esslingen to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3h 49m
€138–255
Train
1. Take the train from Esslingen to Essen Hbftrain 62 / ...
4h 5m
€80–160
Train #2
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain 47 / ...
4h 5m
€83–173
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Esslingen to München Hbftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
5h 20m
€120–368
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Take the train from Esslingen to München Hbftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
3. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Essen Hbftrain
6h 13m
€125–374

Esslingen to Essen by train

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Distance: 434.1 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Esslingen to Essen Hbf via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf in around 3h 28m.

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