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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Berlin Hbf is to rideshare which costs €19 - €40 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Berlin Hbf is to train and fly which takes 3h 17m and costs €90 - €330.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Berlin Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Berlin Hbf. However, there are services departing from Südviertel, Essen and arriving at Berlin, Kaiser-Friedrich-Str./Kantstr. via S Messe Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Berlin Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Berlin Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Essen to Berlin Hbf?

The distance between Essen and Berlin Hbf is 494 km. The road distance is 525.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Berlin Hbf without a car is to train via Wolfsburg which takes 4h 9m and costs €80 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Essen to Berlin Hbf, including transfers.

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

Essen to Berlin Hbf bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Südviertel, Essen station.

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

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

Train or bus from Essen to Berlin Hbf?

The best way to get from Essen to Berlin Hbf is to train via Wolfsburg which takes 4h 9m and costs €80 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus via Masurenallee - Berlin, which costs €55 - €65 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Essen to Berlin Hbf bus arrive?

Essen to Berlin Hbf bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Masurenallee - Berlin station.

Where does the Essen to Berlin Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Berlin Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Berlin Hbf is 525 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Essen to Berlin Hbf.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Berlin Hbf?

There are 2667+ hotels available in Berlin Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Berlin Hbf?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Essen and Berlin Hbf. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 9 ways to get from Essen to Berlin Hbf by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train via Wolfsburg
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 10
2. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Berlin Hbftrain 10 / ...
4h 9m
€83–178
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Essen to Berlinrideshare 526.3 km
6h 8m
€19–40
Bus via Masurenallee - Berlin
1. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Masurenallee - Berlinbus Mykolayiv
5h 35m
€56–62
Drive 525.4 km
1. Drive from Essen to Berlin Hbfcar 525.4 km
4h 29m
€78–112
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane DUS - BER
3h 17m
€91–322
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 10
5h 5m
€40–190
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Berlin Alexanderplatzbus N1387
9h 46m
€62–92
Train to Cologne Bonn Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln/Bonn Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane CGN - BER
4h 9m
€89–290
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane FRA - BER
4h 26m
€125–315

Essen to Berlin Hbf by train

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Distance: 493.9 km
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Berlin Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Berlin Hbf via Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Südviertel, Essen to Masurenallee - Berlin once daily, and the journey takes 5h 7m. GrandBus also services this route once daily.

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