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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Berlin Hbf to Essen

Composite routes from Berlin Hbf to Essen

Cheapest
4 h 20 min
Car
524 km.
from $28
Fastest
1 h 11 min
Plane

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 1
FlixBus
Website
FlixBus
Website
6h 40m
Once daily
$49.62–$69.97
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 2
Lufthansa
Website
Eurowings
Website
Lufthansa
Website
3h 2m
Every day
$178.12–$521.63
Eurowings
Website
1h 10m
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$69.97–$254.45
Train operators
Found: 6
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
National Express
Website
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website
Flixtrain
Website
Eurostar
Website
24 min
Once daily
$27.99–$63.61
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
3h 47m
Hourly
$95.42–$108.14
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
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Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
37 min
Every 30 minutes
$11.45–$16.54
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
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National Express
Website
22 min
Every 20 minutes
$10.18–$15.27
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website
2h 30m
Once daily
Flixtrain
Website
5h 9m
4 times a day
$45.80–$69.97
+49 30 300 137 100
+49 30 300 137 100
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
5h 36m
3 times a day
$24.17–$41.98
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Berlin Hbf to Essen is to rideshare which costs $20.65 - $35.87 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Berlin Hbf to Essen is to fly and train which takes 3h 27m and costs $65.22 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct train between Berlin Hbf and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Berlin Hbf to Essen?

The distance between Berlin Hbf and Essen is 494 km. The road distance is 529.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Berlin Hbf to Essen without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs $39.13 - $92.39 .

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

The train from S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf takes 3h 47m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Berlin Hbf to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Berlin Hbf to Essen?

The best way to get from Berlin Hbf to Essen is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs $39.13 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $43.48 - $86.96 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Berlin Hbf to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Berlin Hbf to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin Hbf to Essen is 530 km. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Berlin Hbf to Essen.

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

Book your Berlin Hbf to Essen train 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 Berlin Hbf to Essen?

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