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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Essen Hbf is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Essen Hbf is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Calais and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Essen Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Essen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Essen Hbf via Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Calais to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Calais and Essen Hbf is 510 km. The road distance is 399.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Essen Hbf without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 45m and costs €95 - €330.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Calais to Essen Hbf, including transfers.

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

Calais to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Calais station.

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

Calais to Essen Hbf train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Calais Ville station.

Train or bus from Calais to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Calais to Essen Hbf is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 45m and costs €95 - €330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Calais to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Calais to Essen Hbf train arrive?

Calais to Essen Hbf train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lille Europe station.

Can I drive from Calais to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Essen Hbf is 399 km. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Calais to Essen Hbf.

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

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

Book your Calais to Essen Hbf bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 2772+ hotels available in Essen Hbf.

Calais to Essen Hbf - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Essen Hbf by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Europetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
4h 45m
€98–329
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to Essen central train stationbus N380 / ...
6h 55m
€35–65
Drive 399.3 km
1. Drive from Calais to Essen Hbfcar 399.3 km
3h 59m
€62–90
Train
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen Hbftrain
6h 9m
€132–255
Train #2
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Tournai to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Essen Hbftrain Tha
7h 39m
€85–169

Calais to Essen Hbf by train

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4h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 509.6 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Essen Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Essen Hbf via Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Köln Hbf in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Calais to Essen central train station once daily. Tickets cost €35–65 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

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