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

The cheapest way to get from Kristianstad to Essen is to bus which costs €60 - €110 and takes 17h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kristianstad to Essen is to train and fly which takes 5h 49m and costs €110 - €330.

Is there a direct bus between Kristianstad and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Kristianstad to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Kristianstad Central and arriving at Essen central train station via Malmö Centralstation and Copenhagen Busterminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Kristianstad and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Kristianstad to Essen. However, there are services departing from Kristianstad Central and arriving at Essen Hbf via Koebenhavn H and Hamburg-Altona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.

How far is it from Kristianstad to Essen?

The distance between Kristianstad and Essen is 805 km. The road distance is 946 km.

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

The best way to get from Kristianstad to Essen without a car is to train via Copenhagen which takes 11h 28m and costs €170 - €260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Kristianstad to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kristianstad to Essen bus from?

Kristianstad to Essen bus services, operated by Skånetrafiken, depart from Kristianstad Central station.

Where do I catch the Kristianstad to Essen train from?

Kristianstad to Essen train services, operated by Öresundståg, depart from Kristianstad Central station.

Train or bus from Kristianstad to Essen?

The best way to get from Kristianstad to Essen is to train via Copenhagen which takes 11h 28m and costs €170 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €110 and takes 17h 5m.

Where does the Kristianstad to Essen bus arrive?

Kristianstad to Essen bus services, operated by Skånetrafiken, arrive at Malmö, Centralstation.

Where does the Kristianstad to Essen train arrive?

Kristianstad to Essen train services, operated by Öresundståg, arrive at Köpenhamn H station.

Can I drive from Kristianstad to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kristianstad to Essen is 946 km. It takes approximately 8h 27m to drive from Kristianstad to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Kristianstad to Essen - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Kristianstad to Essen by train, plane, bus, car, or car train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Kristianstad Central to Copenhagen Airporttrain
2. Fly from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane CPH - DUS
5h 49m
€113–329
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kristianstad Central to Malmö, Centralstationbus 1
2. Take the bus from Copenhagen Busterminal to Essen central train stationbus N74
17h 5m
€60–106
Train via Copenhagen
1. Take the train from Kristianstad Central to Köpenhamn Htrain
2. Take the train from Koebenhavn H to Hamburg-Altonatrain Rj
3. Take the train from Hamburg-Altona to Essen Hbftrain 43 / ...
11h 28m
€174–256
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kristianstad Central to Malmö, Centralstationbus 1
2. Take the train from Malmo C to Hamburg Hbftrain Ic
3. Take the bus from Hamburg to Essen Hbfbus
13h 39m
€98–128
Drive 946 km
1. Drive from Kristianstad to Essencar 946 km
8h 27m
€153–221
Train, fly to Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Kristianstad Central to Copenhagen Airporttrain
2. Fly from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane CPH - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbftrain
7h 39m
€176–345
Train
1. Take the train from Kristianstad Central to Malmö, Centralstationtrain
2. Take the train from Malmö, Centralstation to Hamburg Hbftrain 345
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 43 / ...
12h 27m
€103–190
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Kristianstad to Hamburg Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Hannover Hbf to Essencar
8h 49m
€221–304

Kristianstad to Essen by train

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11h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 804.6 km
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Kristianstad, Sweden and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Kristianstad Central to Essen Hbf via Köpenhamn H, Koebenhavn H, and Hamburg-Altona in around 11h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kristianstad Central to Essen central train station via Malmö, Centralstation, Malmö Centralstation, Dybbølsbro fjernbussterminal, and Copenhagen Busterminal in around 17h 5m.

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