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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Essen to Kolding

Cheapest
5 h
Car
596 km.
from $32

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Kolding
Ave. Duration:
9h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$61.07–$89.06

Danish Railways (DSB)

Phone:
+47 70 13 14 15
Email:
Website:
dsb.dk/en/
Train from København H to Kolding
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.90–$52.16

Sydtrafik

Phone:
7010 4410
Email:
Website:
sydtrafik.dk/forside
Bus from Billund Lufthavn / Billund Airport to Kolding
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$5.09–$7.63

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Billund
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$763.36
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Kastrup
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$381.68
Plane from Frankfurt to Billund
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.39–$699.74

Air France

Website:
airfrance.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Billund
Ave. Duration:
4h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.39–$368.96

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Billund
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.39–$458.01
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Hamburg
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$57.25–$330.79
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Kastrup
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$89.06–$292.62
Plane from Frankfurt to Billund
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.67–$763.36

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Hamburg
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$57.25–$330.79
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Kastrup
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$89.06–$292.62

Air Dolomiti

Website:
airdolomiti.it/
Plane from Frankfurt to Billund
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$216.28–$763.36

Scandinavian Airlines

Website:
flysas.com/
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Billund
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$58.52–$623.41
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Kastrup
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$381.68
Plane from Frankfurt to Billund
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.39–$699.74

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Hamburg
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$76.34–$89.06
Train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$58.52–$64.89

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Hamburg
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.08–$48.35

Deutsche Bahn Eurocity

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
reiseauskunft.bahn.de/bin/query.exe/en?revia=yes&existOptimizePrice=1&country=overseas&initialAvail=ON&S={fromName}&Z={toName}&start=1
Train from Hamburg Hbf to Kolding
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$34.35–$47.07
Train from København H to Kolding
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.81–$44.53

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Kolding is to bus which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 9h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Kolding is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs $108.70 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Kolding?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Kolding bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Kolding?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Kolding. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Kolding St. via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Essen to Kolding?

The distance between Essen and Kolding is 631 km. The road distance is 594 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Kolding without a car is to train which takes 7h 3m and costs $54.35 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Essen to Kolding, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Kolding bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Kolding train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Kolding?

The best way to get from Essen to Kolding is to train which takes 7h 3m and costs $54.35 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Essen to Kolding bus arrive?

Essen to Kolding bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kolding bus station.

Where does the Essen to Kolding train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Kolding?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Kolding is 594 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Essen to Kolding.

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

Book your Essen to Kolding train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Kolding?

There are 794+ hotels available in Kolding. Prices start at $73.45 per night.
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