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

The cheapest way to get from Meiningen to Essen is to drive which costs €60 - €90 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Meiningen to Essen is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Meiningen and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Meiningen to Essen. However, there are services departing from Meiningen and arriving at Essen Hbf via Grimmenthal, Würzburg Hbf and Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Meiningen to Essen?

The distance between Meiningen and Essen is 506 km. The road distance is 330.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Meiningen to Essen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 6h 52m and costs €90 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Meiningen to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Meiningen to Essen train from?

Meiningen to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Grimmenthal station.

Where does the Meiningen to Essen train arrive?

Meiningen to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Würzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Meiningen to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Meiningen to Essen is 330 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Meiningen to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Meiningen to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Grimmenthal to Würzburg Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
3. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Essen Hbftrain 41 / ...
6h 52m
€93–169
Drive 330.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Meiningen to Essencar 330.4 km
3h 35m
€62–89
Train
1. Take the train from Meiningen to Schweinfurt Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Schweinfurt Hbf to Würzburg Hbftrain Re7
3. Take the train from Wuerzburg Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Ice / ...
7h 28m
€321–419
Train via Großauheim
1. Take the train from Meiningen to Ebenhausen(Unterfr)train Rb
2. Take the train from Ebenhausen(Unterfr) to Gemuenden(Main)train Rb
3. Take the train from Gemünden to Hanau Hauptbahnhoftrain
4. Take the train from Hanau Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Ice / ...
8h 59m
€437–538

Meiningen to Essen by train

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Distance: 505.9 km
Duration: 6h 52m

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

You can take a train from Meiningen to Essen Hbf via Grimmenthal, Würzburg Hbf, and Köln Messe/Deutz Bf in around 6h 52m.

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