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

The cheapest way to get from Trier to Essen is to rideshare which costs €12 - €16 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trier to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Trier and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Trier station to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Trier central train station and arriving at Essen central train station via Cologne Airport CGN. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Trier and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Trier to Essen. However, there are services departing from Trier, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via Koblenz Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Trier to Essen?

The distance between Trier and Essen is 283 km. The road distance is 233.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Trier to Essen without a car is to train via Koblenz which takes 3h 55m and costs €40 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Trier to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trier to Essen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Trier to Essen train from?

Trier to Essen train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Trier to Essen?

The best way to get from Trier to Essen is to train via Koblenz which takes 3h 55m and costs €40 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Trier to Essen bus arrive?

Trier to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Trier to Essen train arrive?

Trier to Essen train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Trier to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Trier to Essen is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Trier to Essen.

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

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

Book your Trier to Essen bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2581+ hotels available in Essen.

Can I share a ride from Trier to Essen?

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

Trier to Essen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Trier to Essen by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train via Koblenz
best
1. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Ice / ...
3h 55m
€44–82
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Trier to Essenrideshare 233.6 km
3h 2m
€12–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus N1327 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Essen central train stationbus FlixBus N710 / ...
5h 13m
€21–34
Train
1. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln West Bftrain Re22
2. Take the train from Koeln-Ehrenfeld to Essen Hbftrain Re
4h 36m
Train #2
1. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain Re22
2. Take the train from Koeln Messe/Deutz to Essen Hbftrain Re
4h 44m
€41–54
Drive 233.1 km
1. Drive from Trier to Essencar 233.1 km
2h 21m
€42–61

Trier to Essen by train

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Distance: 282.8 km
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf via Koblenz Hbf in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trier central train station to Essen central train station via Cologne Airport CGN in around 5h 13m.

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