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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Berlin,
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$49.62–$69.97

Grandes Tour

Phone:
+38 (044) 444 00 44
Website:
grandes-tour.com.ua/
Bus from Essen central train station to Berlin,
Ave. Duration:
10h 13m
Frequency:
3 times a week

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.73–$1,399.49

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$521.63
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$152.67–$547.07
Plane from Frankfurt to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.50–$419.85

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$69.97–$254.45
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.34–$305.34

Condor Flugdienst

Website:
condor.com
Plane from Frankfurt to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.80–$216.28

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$27.99–$63.61

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to S+U
Ave. Duration:
3h 54m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$95.42–$108.14
Train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$26.72–$30.53
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.35–$38.17
Train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$59.80–$66.16

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.18–$15.27
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.08–$27.99

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to S+U
Ave. Duration:
4h 29m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$45.80–$69.97
Train from Gelsenkirchen Central Station to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
4h 14m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$44.53–$69.97

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Essen to Berlin
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$22.90–$44.53

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Berlin is to rideshare which costs $19.57 - $38.04 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Berlin is to train and fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $65.22 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Berlin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Berlin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Essen to Berlin?

The distance between Essen and Berlin is 494 km. The road distance is 529.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Berlin without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs $39.13 - $92.39 .

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

The train from Essen Hbf to S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof takes 3h 54m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Essen to Berlin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Berlin train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Berlin?

The best way to get from Essen to Berlin is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs $39.13 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $42.39 - $59.78 and takes 7h.

Where does the Essen to Berlin bus arrive?

Essen to Berlin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Essen to Berlin train arrive?

Essen to Berlin train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen to Berlin?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Berlin is 529 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Essen to Berlin.

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

Book your Essen to Berlin train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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

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

Where can I stay near Berlin?

There are 2306+ hotels available in Berlin. Prices start at $45.60 per night.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Berlin?

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