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3 h 18 min
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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Erfurt central train station to Kassel
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$25.45
Bus from Kassel to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.63–$30.53

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Erfurt Central Bus Station to Kassel
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$12.72–$17.81

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$585.24
Plane from Frankfurt to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$356.23

Austrian Airlines

Website:
austrian.com/?sc_lang=en&cc=ZZ
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$127.23–$394.40

Condor Flugdienst

Website:
condor.com
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Friday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.23–$458.01

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.70–$95.42
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Leipzig/Halle
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.90–$41.98
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$61.07–$67.43

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Wattenscheid
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$48.35–$69.97

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Erfurt to Essen is to bus which costs $33.70 - $47.83 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erfurt to Essen is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Erfurt and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Erfurt station to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Erfurt central train station and arriving at Essen central train station via Kassel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Erfurt and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Erfurt Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Erfurt to Essen?

The distance between Erfurt and Essen is 402 km. The road distance is 389.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Erfurt to Essen without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs $70.65 - $81.52 .

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

The train from Erfurt Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 4h 20m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Erfurt to Essen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Erfurt to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Erfurt to Essen?

The best way to get from Erfurt to Essen is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs $70.65 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $33.70 - $47.83 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Erfurt to Essen bus arrive?

Erfurt to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kassel station.

Where does the Erfurt to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Erfurt to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Erfurt to Essen is 390 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Erfurt to Essen.

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

Book your Erfurt to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Essen?

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