What is the cheapest way to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen is to bus via Bruges which costs €30 - €80 and takes 10h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Eurotunnel Calais Terminal and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Sapins and arriving at Essen central train station via Coeur De Vie, Calais and Bruges. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 46m.

How far is it from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen?

The distance between Eurotunnel Calais Terminal and Essen is 518 km. The road distance is 403.5 km.

How do I travel from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen without a car is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs €70 - €260.

How long does it take to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen?

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen bus from?

Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Calais station.

Train or bus from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen?

The best way to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs €70 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €100 and takes 9h 1m.

Where does the Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen bus arrive?

Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bruges station.

Can I drive from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen is 404 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2266+ hotels available in Essen.

Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, or car

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 Calais Frethun to Lille EuropeTer
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiTgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen Hbf
7h 29m
€74–254
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to Duisburg central train stationN1328
9h 1m
€34–96
Drive 403.5 km
1. Drive from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen403.5 km
4h 3m
€63–91
Bus via Bruges
1. Take the bus from Calais to Bruges814 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bruges to Essen central train stationN1360b
10h 46m
€34–77

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 517.7 km
Duration: 7h 29m

What companies run services between Eurotunnel Calais Terminal, France and Essen, Germany?

You can take a vehicle from Eurotunnel Calais Terminal to Essen Hbf via COQUELLES - Sapins - Côté Habitat, FRETHUN - Gare SNCF - Face Gare, Calais Frethun, Lille Europe, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 7h 29m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Calais to Duisburg central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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