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

The cheapest way to get from Hesse to Essen is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hesse to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Hesse and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Hesse to Essen. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt Konstablerwache and arriving at Essen Hbf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Hesse to Essen?

The distance between Hesse and Essen is 262 km. The road distance is 236.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Hesse to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €45 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Hesse to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hesse to Essen train from?

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

Where does the Hesse to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hesse to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Hesse to Essen is 237 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Hesse to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2575+ hotels available in Essen.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbftrain 41 / ...
2h 32m
€45–96
Drive 236.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Frankfurt am Main to Essencar 236.8 km
2h 28m
€35–51
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Essen Hbftrain
2h 41m
€104–164
Train via Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Ice
4h 19m
€53–113

Hesse to Essen by train

154Weekly Trains

2h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 261.6 km
Duration: 2h 32m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €45–95 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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