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Five ways to Travel from Calais to Essen Hbf

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Cheapest
By car (399 km)
3 h 49 min
399 km.
from $21
Other
Rideshare
3 h 49 min
399 km.
from $15.18
Train via Cologne
6 h 3 min
362 km.
from $185.89
Bus via Antwerp
6 h 20 min
362 km.
from $45.83
Train
6 h 32 min
363 km.
from $241.21

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Calais - Port to Antwerp
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09
Bus from Calais to Duisburg
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$32.61–$45.65

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Calais - Port to Antwerp
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$27.17
Bus from Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09

Train operators

SNCF

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
effinity.fr/expertise/affiliation/
Train from Calais Ville to Lille
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$18.48–$39.13

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$26.09–$59.78

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$36.96

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$38.04–$81.52
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$130.43
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$76.09
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$152.17

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$46.74–$53.26
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.35–$33.70

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.30–$23.91

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.78

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Calais to Essen Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Essen Hbf is to bus via Antwerp which costs $36.96 - $53.26 and takes 6h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calais to Essen Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Calais to Essen Hbf is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs $65.22 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Essen Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Calais to Essen Hbf station. However, there are services departing from Calais - Port and arriving at Essen - Bus Station via Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Essen Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Essen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Essen Hbf via Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Calais to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Calais and Essen Hbf is 511 km. The road distance is 399.3 km.

How do I travel from Calais to Essen Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Calais to Essen Hbf without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 6h 3m and costs $86.96 - $336.96 .

How long does it take to get from Calais to Essen Hbf?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Calais to Essen Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Essen Hbf bus from?

Calais to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Calais - Port station.

Where do I catch the Calais to Essen Hbf train from?

Calais to Essen Hbf train services, operated by SNCF, depart from Calais Ville station.

Train or bus from Calais to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Calais to Essen Hbf is to train via Cologne which takes 6h 3m and costs $86.96 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can bus via Antwerp, which costs $36.96 - $53.26 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Calais to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

Calais to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats station.

Where does the Calais to Essen Hbf train arrive?

Calais to Essen Hbf train services, operated by SNCF, arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Calais to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Essen Hbf is 399 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Calais to Essen Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Calais to Essen Hbf?

Book your Calais to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Calais to Essen Hbf?

Book your Calais to Essen Hbf bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 1891+ hotels available in Essen Hbf. Prices start at $41.36 per night.
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