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

The cheapest way to get from Oldenburg to Essen is to rideshare which costs €12 - €16 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldenburg to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Oldenburg and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldenburg station to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Oldenburg central bus station and arriving at Essen central train station via Bremen Fernbusterminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Oldenburg and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Oldenburg to Essen. However, there are services departing from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf via Osnabrück Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Oldenburg to Essen?

The distance between Oldenburg and Essen is 252 km. The road distance is 233.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Oldenburg to Essen without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs €50 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Oldenburg to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldenburg to Essen bus from?

Oldenburg to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Oldenburg central bus station.

Where do I catch the Oldenburg to Essen train from?

Oldenburg to Essen train services, operated by NordWestBahn, depart from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf station.

Train or bus from Oldenburg to Essen?

The best way to get from Oldenburg to Essen is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs €50 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €55 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Oldenburg to Essen bus arrive?

Oldenburg to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bremen Fernbusterminal station.

Where does the Oldenburg to Essen train arrive?

Oldenburg to Essen train services, operated by NordWestBahn, arrive at Osnabrück Hbf station.

Can I drive from Oldenburg to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldenburg to Essen is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Oldenburg to Essen.

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

Book your Oldenburg to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Oldenburg to Essen?

Book your Oldenburg to Essen bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2599+ hotels available in Essen.

Can I share a ride from Oldenburg to Essen?

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

Oldenburg to Essen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Oldenburg to Essen 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 Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf to Osnabrück HbfRe18
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Essen Hbf43 / ...
3h 5m
€50–78
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Oldenburg to Essen233.5 km
2h 35m
€12–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oldenburg central bus station to Bremen Fernbusterminal075 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bremen Fernbusterminal to Essen central train stationN1387 / ...
5h 30m
€22–54
Drive 233.5 km
1. Drive from Oldenburg to Essen233.5 km
2h 3m
€33–48
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf to Bremen Hbf
2. Fly from Bremen Airport (BRE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)BRE - DUS
5h 7m
€127–424

Oldenburg to Essen by train

164Weekly Trains

3h 5mAverage Duration

€50Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Oldenburg to Essen.

Launch map view

Distance: 251.8 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf to Essen Hbf via Osnabrück Hbf in around 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oldenburg central bus station to Essen central train station via Bremen Fernbusterminal in around 5h 30m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.