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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essen to Frankfurt Am Main

Composite routes from Essen to Frankfurt Am Main

Cheapest
2 h 13 min
Car
250 km.
from $13
Fastest
55 min
Plane
Other
4 h 40 min
Bus
190 km.
from €23.91
Details

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–$40.71

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Email:
Website:
arjanitravel.com/
Bus from Essen central train station to Frankfurt
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:
$127.23–$356.23

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 Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$61.07–$68.70
Train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$26.72–$30.53

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

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Essen to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
2h 48m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.18–$24.17

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Frankfurt am Main is to rideshare which costs $8.70 - $20.65 and takes 2h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Frankfurt am Main is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs $52.17 - $58.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Frankfurt central train station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Frankfurt am Main?

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 am Main?

The distance between Essen and Frankfurt am Main is 260 km. The road distance is 251.4 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Frankfurt am Main without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Frankfurt am Main without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs $52.17 - $58.70 .

How long does it take to get from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Frankfurt am Main bus from?

Essen to Frankfurt am Main bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Frankfurt am Main train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?

The best way to get from Essen to Frankfurt am Main is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs $52.17 - $58.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Essen to Frankfurt am Main bus arrive?

Essen to Frankfurt am Main bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Essen to Frankfurt am Main train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Frankfurt am Main is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Essen to Frankfurt am Main.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?

Book your Essen to Frankfurt am Main train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?

Book your Essen to Frankfurt am Main bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Frankfurt am Main?

There are 1287+ hotels available in Frankfurt am Main. Prices start at $47.09 per night.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?

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