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Five ways to Travel from Calais to Essen

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Cheapest
By car (401 km)
3 h 50 min
401 km.
from $22
Other
Rideshare
3 h 50 min
401 km.
from $15.26
Train via Cologne
5 h 59 min
362 km.
from $178.61
Bus via Antwerp
6 h 20 min
362 km.
from $44.11
Train
6 h 33 min
363 km.
from $230.38

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:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.52–$44.57

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:
$17.39–$26.09
Bus from Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$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:
$17.39–$38.04

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:
$25.00–$54.35

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$35.87

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:
$36.96–$81.52
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$119.57
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.61–$70.65
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$141.30

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:
$45.65–$51.09
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$28.26–$32.61

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$16.30

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$15.22–$22.83

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
4 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:
$5.98–$9.24

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Essen is to bus via Antwerp which costs $34.78 - $52.17 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Essen is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs $65.22 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Calais to Essen 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?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Essen. 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 5h 59m.

How far is it from Calais to Essen?

The distance between Calais and Essen is 511 km. The road distance is 399.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Essen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 5h 59m and costs $76.09 - $315.22 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Calais to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Essen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Calais to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Calais to Essen?

The best way to get from Calais to Essen is to train via Cologne which takes 5h 59m and costs $76.09 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can bus via Antwerp, which costs $34.78 - $52.17 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Calais to Essen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Calais to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Calais to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Essen is 400 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Calais to Essen.

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

Book your Calais to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Calais to Essen bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 1990+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $40.23 per night.
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