What is the cheapest way to get from Munich to Esslingen?

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Esslingen is to rideshare which costs €13 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Munich to Esslingen?

The fastest way to get from Munich to Esslingen is to drive which takes 2h and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Esslingen?

No, there is no direct bus from Munich station to Esslingen. However, there are services departing from Munich central bus station and arriving at Pliensauv. Weilstraße via Flughafen/Messe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Esslingen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from München Hbf and arriving at Esslingen. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Munich to Esslingen?

The distance between Munich and Esslingen is 222 km. The road distance is 206.4 km.

How do I travel from Munich to Esslingen without a car?

The best way to get from Munich to Esslingen without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €35 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Munich to Esslingen?

The train from München Hbf to Esslingen takes 2h 3m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Munich to Esslingen bus from?

Munich to Esslingen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Munich central bus station.

Where do I catch the Munich to Esslingen train from?

Munich to Esslingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.

Train or bus from Munich to Esslingen?

The best way to get from Munich to Esslingen is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €26 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Munich to Esslingen bus arrive?

Munich to Esslingen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Stuttgart Airport Busterminal station.

Where does the Munich to Esslingen train arrive?

Munich to Esslingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Esslingen station.

Can I drive from Munich to Esslingen?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Esslingen is 206 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Munich to Esslingen.

How do I get a train ticket from Munich to Esslingen?

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Where can I stay near Esslingen?

There are 1544+ hotels available in Esslingen.

Can I share a ride from Munich to Esslingen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Munich and Esslingen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Munich to Esslingen - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 7 ways to get from Munich to Esslingen by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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 München Hbf to Esslingentrain 60 / ...
2h 3m
€35–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Stuttgart Airport Busterminalbus 1307 / ...
3h 21m
€12–25
Drive 206.4 km
1. Drive from Munich to Esslingencar 206.4 km
2h
€29–41
Fly, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane MUC - STR
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Esslingentrain
3h 19m
€96–175
Train via Neu-Ulm
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Esslingentrain Re5
2h 16m
€21–106
Train via Neu-Ulm #2
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Augsburg-Oberhausentrain Re9
2. Take the train from Augsburg-Oberhausen to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain Re9
3. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Esslingentrain Re5
3h 56m
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Munich to Esslingenrideshare 207.1 km
3h 2m
€13

Munich to Esslingen by train

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Distance: 222.3 km
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Munich, Germany and Esslingen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from München Hbf to Esslingen 3 times a day. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Stuttgart Airport Busterminal hourly. Tickets cost €10–23 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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