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

The cheapest way to get from Wolfsburg to Essen is to train and bus which costs €29 - €50 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wolfsburg to Essen is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €30 - €100.

Is there a direct train between Wolfsburg and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Wolfsburg to Essen?

The distance between Wolfsburg and Essen is 314 km. The road distance is 326.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Wolfsburg to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €30 - €100.

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

The train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf takes 2h 44m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wolfsburg to Essen train from?

Wolfsburg to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Wolfsburg to Essen train arrive?

Wolfsburg to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Wolfsburg to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Wolfsburg to Essen is 327 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Wolfsburg to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2596+ hotels available in Essen.

Wolfsburg to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Wolfsburg to Essen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf10 / ...
2h 44m
€30–100
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Hannover Hauptbahnhof10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Essen central train stationN3204 / ...
5h 5m
€29–49
Drive 326.7 km
1. Drive from Wolfsburg to Essen326.7 km
2h 49m
€46–66
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Hannover Hauptbahnhof
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)HAJ - DUS
5h 41m
€148–357

Wolfsburg to Essen by train

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Distance: 314.2 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €30–100 and the journey takes 2h 44m.

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