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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Darmstadt to Essen

Composite routes from Darmstadt to Essen

Cheapest
2 h 15 min
Car
257 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 4
FlixBus
Website
BlaBlaCar Bus
Website
Arjani Travel
Website
Grandes Tour
Website
FlixBus
Website
2h 10m
Once daily
$19.08–$27.99
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
BlaBlaCar Bus
Website
2h
3 times a day
$13.99–$20.36
+33 18 57 62 228
+33 18 57 62 228
Call
Arjani Travel
Website
4h 30m
Twice a week
+355 68 20 63 724
+355 68 20 63 724
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Grandes Tour
Website
1h 37m
3 times a week
+38 (044) 444 00 44
+38 (044) 444 00 44
Call
Airlines
Found: 1
Lufthansa
Website
Lufthansa
Website
45 min
Every day
$120.86–$343.51
Train operators
Found: 4
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
National Express
Website
Eurostar
Website
24 min
Once daily
$26.72–$62.34
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
1h 52m
Hourly
$59.80–$67.43
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
37 min
Every 30 minutes
$11.45–$16.54
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
Call
National Express
Website
23 min
Every 20 minutes
$9.54–$13.99
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
2h 50m
Twice daily
$12.72–$20.36
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Darmstadt to Essen is to rideshare which costs $10.87 - $17.39 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darmstadt to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Darmstadt and Essen?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Darmstadt central train station station and arriving at Essen central train station station. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Darmstadt and Essen?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf. This train operates Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Darmstadt to Essen?

The distance between Darmstadt and Essen is 287 km. The road distance is 257.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Darmstadt to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs $59.78 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Darmstadt to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darmstadt to Essen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Darmstadt to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Darmstadt to Essen?

The best way to get from Darmstadt to Essen is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs $59.78 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus via Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN), which costs $26.09 - $41.30 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Darmstadt to Essen bus arrive?

Darmstadt to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

What is the time difference between Darmstadt and Essen?

It is currently 11:03 at both, Darmstadt and Essen.

Where does the Darmstadt to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Darmstadt to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Darmstadt to Essen is 257 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Darmstadt to Essen.

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

Book your Darmstadt to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Essen?

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

Can I share a ride from Darmstadt to Essen?

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