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Zurich to Essen Hbf

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
10h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$53.26–$76.09

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$445.65
Plane from Zurich Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.87–$304.35
Plane from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$815.22

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Zurich Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$239.13
Plane from Zurich Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$59.78–$282.61

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$380.43
Plane from Zurich Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$59.78–$282.61
Plane from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$815.22

Air Dolomiti

Website:
airdolomiti.it/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$326.09

Condor Flugdienst

Website:
condor.com
Plane from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$521.74

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$76.09

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Zürich HB to Basel
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.43–$33.70
Train from Basel SBB to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$51.09–$57.61
Train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$59.78–$70.65
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.35–$33.70
Train from Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 to Essen
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.35–$32.61
Train from Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$54.35–$65.22

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Zuerich Hb to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
7h 54m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$184.78

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Zürich HB to Bonn-Beuel
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$173.91–$315.22

SBB GmbH

Phone:
+49 (0) 7531 915109
Website:
sbb-deutschland.de/
Train from Zürich HB to Basel
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$9.24–$11.96

Trenitalia EuroCity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Basel SBB to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$119.57

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.30–$23.91
Train from Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 to Essen
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.30–$23.91
Train from Koeln-Ehrenfeld to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.30–$23.91

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.78

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Essen Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Essen Hbf is to bus which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 11h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Essen Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Essen Hbf is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $92.39 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Essen Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Essen Hbf station. However, there are services departing from Zurich Bus Station and arriving at Essen central train station via Düsseldorf central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Essen Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Essen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Essen Hbf via Basel SBB and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Zurich to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Zurich and Essen Hbf is 494 km. The road distance is 631.8 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Essen Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Essen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs $119.57 - $228.26 .

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Essen Hbf?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Zurich to Essen Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Essen Hbf bus from?

Zurich to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Essen Hbf train from?

Zurich to Essen Hbf train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.

Train, bus or fly from Zurich to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Zurich to Essen Hbf is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $92.39 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $119.57 - $228.26 and takes 7h 5m, you could also bus, which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 11h 41m.

Where does the Zurich to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

Zurich to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

What is the time difference between Zurich and Essen Hbf?

It is currently 15:01 at both, Zurich and Essen Hbf.

Where does the Zurich to Essen Hbf train arrive?

Zurich to Essen Hbf train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Essen Hbf is 632 km. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Zurich to Essen Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Essen Hbf?

Book your Zurich to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Zurich to Essen Hbf?

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

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 1891+ hotels available in Essen Hbf. Prices start at $41.36 per night.
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