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

Composite routes from Essen to Frankfurthbf

Cheapest
2 h 11 min
Car
248 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$27.99–$39.44

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Email:
Website:
arjanitravel.com/
Bus from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.86–$343.51

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:
$26.72–$62.34

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$59.80–$67.43
Train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$26.72–$29.26

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:
$9.54–$13.99

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf is to bus via Frankfurt central train station which costs $23.91 - $33.70 and takes 4h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs $51.09 - $57.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Frankfurt(Main)Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Frankfurt(Main)Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Frankfurt. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf?

The distance between Essen and Frankfurt(Main)Hbf is 260 km. The road distance is 249.2 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs $51.09 - $57.61 .

How long does it take to get from Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf?

The train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt takes 1h 54m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf bus from?

Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf train from?

Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf?

The best way to get from Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs $51.09 - $57.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 50m. There are no good options to fly between Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf.

Where does the Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf bus arrive?

Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf train arrive?

Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf?

Book your Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf?

Book your Essen to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Frankfurt(Main)Hbf?

There are 1295+ hotels available in Frankfurt(Main)Hbf. Prices start at $45.82 per night.
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