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Fulda, Germany → Essen, Germany

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Five ways to Travel from Fulda to Essen

Composite routes from Fulda to Essen

Cheapest
2 h 30 min
Car
297 km.
from $16
Other
2 h 30 min
Rideshare
297 km.
from $11.30
4 h 47 min
Train, Bus
210 km.
from $55.50
4 h 12 min
210 km.
from $83.93
3 h 33 min
Train, Plane
210 km.
from $347.43

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Kassel to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.63–$30.53

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Frankfurt to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$356.23

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Fulda Bahnhof to Gelsenkirchen
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$69.97–$82.70
Train from Fulda Bahnhof to Kassel
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.62–$39.44
Train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$59.80–$66.16
Train from Fulda Bahnhof to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$39.44–$44.53

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$44.53–$190.84

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 42m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$49.62–$76.34

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Fulda Bahnhof to Kassel
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$8.27–$12.09

cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH

Phone:
+49 561 766396-0
Email:
Website:
cantus-bahn.de/
Train from Fulda Bahnhof to Kassel
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Fulda to Essen is to train and bus which costs $25 - $59.78 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fulda to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $48.91 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct train between Fulda and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Fulda to Essen. However, there are services departing from Fulda Bahnhof and arriving at Essen Rathaus Essen via Gelsenkirchen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Fulda to Essen?

The distance between Fulda and Essen is 343 km. The road distance is 302.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Fulda to Essen without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs $59.78 - $70.65 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Fulda to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fulda to Essen train from?

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

Where does the Fulda to Essen train arrive?

Fulda to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.

Can I drive from Fulda to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Fulda to Essen is 303 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Fulda to Essen.

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

Book your Fulda to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essen?

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