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 €45 - €70 and takes 3h 36m.

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 36m and costs €45 - €70.

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 Schweinfurt Hbf and Würzburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Meiningen to Essen?

The distance between Meiningen and Essen is 506 km. The road distance is 329.3 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 which takes 6h 36m and costs €320 - €420.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m 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 Preßnitztalbahn, depart from Meiningen station.

Where does the Meiningen to Essen train arrive?

Meiningen to Essen train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, arrive at Schweinfurt Hbf station.

Can I drive from Meiningen to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Meiningen to Essen is 329 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m 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, night train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Meiningen to Essen by train, night train, or car

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Train
best
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 Würzburg Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 41 / ...
6h 36m
€327–417
Drive 329.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Meiningen to Essencar 329.3 km
3h 36m
€48–69
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Meiningen to Schweinfurt Stadttrain Rb
2. Take the train from Schweinfurt Stadt to Würzburg Hbftrain
3. Take the nighttrain from Wuerzburg Hbf to Essen Hbfnighttrain Nj
8h 37m
€295–386
Train via Cologne
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 / ...
7h
€105–177

Meiningen to Essen by train

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Distance: 506 km
Duration: 6h 36m

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

You can take a train from Meiningen to Essen Hbf via Schweinfurt Hbf and Würzburg Hbf in around 6h 36m.

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