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

The cheapest way to get from Braunschweig to Essen is to bus via Bochum central station which costs €23 - €50 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Braunschweig to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Braunschweig and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz and arriving at Südviertel, Essen. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Braunschweig and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Braunschweig to Essen?

The distance between Braunschweig and Essen is 301 km. The road distance is 305.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Braunschweig to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs €55 - €240.

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

The train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf takes 2h 45m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Braunschweig to Essen bus from?

Braunschweig to Essen bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz station.

Where do I catch the Braunschweig to Essen train from?

Braunschweig to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Braunschweig to Essen?

The best way to get from Braunschweig to Essen is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs €55 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Braunschweig to Essen bus arrive?

Braunschweig to Essen bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Südviertel, Essen station.

Where does the Braunschweig to Essen train arrive?

Braunschweig to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Braunschweig to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Braunschweig to Essen is 305 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Braunschweig to Essen.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Essen?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain 10
2h 45m
€55–240
Bus via Bochum central station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brunswick central station to Bochum central stationbus 081
4h 59m
€23–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz to Südviertel, Essenbus Mykolayiv
3h 5m
€26–45
Drive 305.4 km
1. Drive from Braunschweig to Essencar 305.4 km
2h 37m
€44–63
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAJ - DUS
5h 56m
€149–358

Braunschweig to Essen by train

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Distance: 300.8 km
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Braunschweig, Germany and Essen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €55–240 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz to Südviertel, Essen once daily, and the journey takes 3h 5m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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