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How to Travel from

Munich to Essen

by Plane, Rideshare or Car

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Munich central bus station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
9h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$62.02–$88.60

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Website:
arjanitravel.com/
Bus from Munich central bus station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Trans Turist

Phone:
387 35 320-325
Website:
transturist.ba/
Bus from Munich central bus station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
12h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Munich International Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$569.60
Plane from Munich International Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$32.91–$379.73
Plane from Munich International Airport to Münster
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$36.71–$455.68
Plane from Munich International Airport to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.26–$392.39

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Munich International Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.26–$405.05
Plane from Munich International Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$88.60–$303.79
Plane from Munich International Airport to Dortmund
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.26–$392.39

Lufthansa City

Website:
lufthansa-city.com/de/home.html
Plane from Munich International Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$29.11–$303.79
Plane from Munich International Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$32.91–$354.42
Plane from Munich International Airport to Münster
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$36.71–$367.08

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from München Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$120.25–$139.24
Train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.18–$37.97
Train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Essen
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.18–$39.24

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from München Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
8h 18m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$69.62–$215.18

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Marienplatz to Flughafen
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99
Train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Essen
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.59–$11.39

Urlaubs-Express

Phone:
+49 (0) 221 800 20 820
Website:
urlaubs-express.de/
Train from München Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
8h 51m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$120.25–$151.89
Train from München Ost to Würzburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$113.92–$139.24

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Munich to Essen
Ave. Duration:
7h 28m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$37.25

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Essen is to rideshare which costs $31.99 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Munich to Essen is to train and fly which takes 3h 36m and costs $103.26 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Munich central bus station station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from München Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Munich to Essen?

The distance between Munich and Essen is 654 km. The road distance is 632.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Munich to Essen without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs $103.26 - $119.57 .

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

The train from München Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 5h 32m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Munich to Essen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Munich to Essen train from?

Munich to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from München Hbf station.

Train or bus from Munich to Essen?

The best way to get from Munich to Essen is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs $103.26 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $43.48 - $76.09 and takes 9h 50m.

Where does the Munich to Essen bus arrive?

Munich to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

What is the time difference between Munich and Essen?

It is currently 05:37 at both, Munich and Essen.

Where does the Munich to Essen train arrive?

Munich to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Munich to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Essen is 632 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Munich to Essen.

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

Book your Munich to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Munich to Essen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 1889+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Munich to Essen?

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