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Seven ways to Travel from Barcelona to Essen

Composite routes from Barcelona to Essen

Cheapest
13 h 26 min
Car
1425 km.
from $78
Fastest
2 h 5 min
Plane
Other
13 h 26 min
Rideshare
1425 km.
from $18.59
12 h 29 min
1178 km.
from $582.48
6 h 4 min
Bus, Plane
1178 km.
from $134.35
7 h 45 min
Bus, Plane
1178 km.
from $196.30
22 h 53 min
Bus, Train
1178 km.
from $164.30

Transport providers

Airlines

Vueling Airlines

Website:
vueling.com/
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.95–$518.97
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$341.76

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$56.96–$392.39

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.28–$949.33

Transavia Holland

Website:
transavia.com/
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.28–$341.76

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.89–$506.31
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
5h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.87–$556.94

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$113.92–$506.31
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.25–$417.71

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.55–$556.94

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Essen
Ave. Duration:
20h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$126.58–$189.87

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Barcelona - North Bus Station to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$101.26–$151.89

Train operators

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Paris
Ave. Duration:
6h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$202.52–$329.10

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Schiphol Airport to Arnhem
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$41.77
Train from Arnhem Centraal to Duisburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.46–$41.77

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Paris Nord to Essen
Ave. Duration:
4h 33m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$151.89–$303.79

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 to Essen
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.18–$37.97
Train from Arnhem Centraal to Duisburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$36.71–$41.77
Train from Frankfurt to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$68.35

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 to Essen
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

VIAS Rail GmbH

Phone:
069 450099650
Email:
Website:
vias-online.de/
Train from Arnhem Centraal to Duisburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Essen is to fly and train which costs $70.65 - $293.48 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Essen is to fly which takes 5h 14m and costs $65.22 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Barcelona and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Barcelona to Essen. However, there are services departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at Essen Hbf via Paris Gare de Lyon and Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 29m.

How far is it from Barcelona to Essen?

The distance between Barcelona and Essen is 1219 km. The road distance is 1426.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Barcelona to Essen without a car is to train which takes 12h 29m and costs $304.35 - $543.48 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Barcelona to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Essen bus from?

Barcelona to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Essen train from?

Barcelona to Essen train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train, bus or fly from Barcelona to Essen?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Essen is to fly which takes 5h 14m and costs $65.22 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $304.35 - $543.48 and takes 12h 29m, you could also bus, which costs $108.70 - $163.04 and takes 20h 45m.

Where does the Barcelona to Essen bus arrive?

Barcelona to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Barcelona to Essen train arrive?

Barcelona to Essen train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Gare De Lyon station.

Can I drive from Barcelona to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Essen is 1427 km. It takes approximately 13h 28m to drive from Barcelona to Essen.

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

Book your Barcelona to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Barcelona 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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