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

The cheapest way to get from Zug to Essen is to bus which costs €55 - €95 and takes 12h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zug to Essen is to fly and train which takes 4h 41m and costs €95 - €280.

Is there a direct train between Zug and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Zug to Essen. However, there are services departing from Zug(Ch) and arriving at Essen Hbf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Zug to Essen?

The distance between Zug and Essen is 691 km. The road distance is 622.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Zug to Essen without a car is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs €120 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Zug to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zug to Essen train from?

Zug to Essen train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Zug(Ch) station.

Train or bus from Zug to Essen?

The best way to get from Zug to Essen is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs €120 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €95 and takes 12h 27m.

Where does the Zug to Essen train arrive?

Zug to Essen train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Mannheim Hbf station.

Can I drive from Zug to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Zug to Essen is 622 km. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Zug to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Zug to Essen - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Zug to Essen by train (Trenitalia), bus, night train, train, car, or plane

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 Zug(Ch) to Mannheim HbfEc
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf43 / ...
6h 53m
€120–239
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Dortmund central bus stationN07
12h 27m
€58–94
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Zürich HB to Bonn-BeuelNj
2. Take the train from Koeln-Ehrenfeld to Essen HbfRe
11h 46m
€199–366
Drive 622.3 km
1. Drive from Zug to Essen622.3 km
6h 17m
€108–156
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)ZRH - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Essen Hbf
4h 41m
€97–272
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)ZRH - CGN
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Essen Hbf
5h 8m
€102–261
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)ZRH - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbf
4h 56m
€127–284

Zug to Essen by train

7Weekly Trains

6h 53mAverage Duration

€120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 690.7 km
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Zug, Switzerland and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Zug(Ch) to Essen Hbf via Mannheim Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 53m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Dortmund central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €35–65 and the journey takes 9h 45m.

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