What is the cheapest way to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen is to bus via Düsseldorf which costs €14 - €35 and takes 6h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Rhein-Main Air Base and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt and arriving at Essen central train station via Frankfurt Airport and Düsseldorf central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Rhein-Main Air Base and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen. However, there are services departing from Neu-Isenburg-Zeppelinheim Bahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen?

The distance between Rhein-Main Air Base and Essen is 272 km. The road distance is 243.5 km.

How do I travel from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs €30 - €100.

How long does it take to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen bus from?

Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt Airport station.

Where do I catch the Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen train from?

Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.

Train or bus from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen?

The best way to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs €30 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus via Düsseldorf, which costs €14 - €35 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen bus arrive?

Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where does the Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen train arrive?

Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 1864+ hotels available in Essen.

Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbf41 / ...
2h 57m
€35–99
Bus via Düsseldorf
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt Airport to Düsseldorf central bus stationN280 / ...
2. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Essen central train station027 / ...
6h 8m
€15–32
Drive 243.5 km
1. Drive from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen243.5 km
2h 5m
€35–51
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)FRA - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Essen Hbf
2h 36m
€95–198
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Essen central train station027 / ...
6h 10m
€18–33

Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen by foot and bus

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Distance: 271.9 km
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Rhein-Main Air Base, Germany and Essen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €28–90 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Rhein-Main Air Base to Essen central train station via Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Frankfurt Airport, and Düsseldorf central bus station in around 6h 8m.

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