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How to Travel from

Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf

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Karlsruhe, Germany → Essen Hbf, Germany

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf

Composite routes from Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf

Cheapest

Transport providers

FlixBus
Website
BlaBlaCar Bus
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Union Ivkoni
Website
Arjani Travel
Website
Centrotrans Eurolines
Website
FlixBus
Website
7h 20m
Twice daily
$41.77–$58.23
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
Call Contact via email
BlaBlaCar Bus
Website
1h 15m
Once daily
$12.66–$18.99
+33 18 57 62 228
+33 18 57 62 228
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Union Ivkoni
Website
1h 15m
3 times a week
$5.82–$9.49
07001 8282
07001 8282
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Arjani Travel
Website
6h 30m
Twice a week
+355 68 20 63 724
+355 68 20 63 724
Call Contact via email
Centrotrans Eurolines
Website
1h 30m
3 times a week
$7.59–$11.39
+387 33 770 889
+387 33 770 889
Call Contact via email
KLM
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Lufthansa
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Eurowings
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Swiss
Website
KLM
Website
4h 3m
Every day
$455.68–$1,202.49
Lufthansa
Website
45 min
Every day
$126.58–$354.42
Eurowings
Website
3h 45m
Tuesday to Friday
$164.55–$392.39
Swiss
Website
3h 15m
Every day
$316.44–$759.47
Eurostar
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Nightjet
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Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
National Express
Website
Flixtrain
Website
Eurostar
Website
25 min
Twice daily
$30.38–$69.62
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
2h 57m
Every 4 hours
$75.95–$88.60
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
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Nightjet
Website
5h
Once daily
$62.02–$202.52
+43 51717
+43 51717
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Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
48 min
Hourly
$12.66–$18.99
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
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National Express
Website
28 min
Every 20 minutes
$11.39–$16.46
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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Flixtrain
Website
26 min
4 times a day
$3.92–$5.70
+49 30 300 137 100
+49 30 300 137 100
Call Contact via email
BlaBlaCar
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BlaBlaCar
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4h 24m
Once daily
$25.33
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf is to rideshare which costs $21.75 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $65.22 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlsruhe central train station station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Essen Hbf is 382 km. The road distance is 359.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $65.22 - $76.09 .

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

The train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf takes 2h 57m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Karlsruhe central train station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $65.22 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35.87 - $50 and takes 7h 20m. There are no good options to fly between Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf is 360 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

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

Can I share a ride from Karlsruhe to Essen Hbf?

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