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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Hesse is to bus which costs €17 - €35 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Hesse is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €45 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Hesse?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Hesse station. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Frankfurt central train station via Cologne Airport CGN. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Hesse?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Hesse. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Frankfurt via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Essen to Hesse?

The distance between Essen and Hesse is 262 km. The road distance is 237.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Hesse without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €45 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Essen to Hesse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Hesse bus from?

Essen to Hesse bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Hesse train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Hesse?

The best way to get from Essen to Hesse is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €45 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Essen to Hesse bus arrive?

Essen to Hesse bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Essen to Hesse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Hesse?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Hesse is 238 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Essen to Hesse.

Where can I stay near Hesse?

There are 1556+ hotels available in Hesse.

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There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Hesse by train, bus, car, plane, or train (Eurostar)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2h 4m
€50–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus FlixBus N710 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Frankfurt central train stationbus FlixBus 007 / ...
4h 23m
€18–34
Drive 237.8 km
1. Drive from Essen to Frankfurt am Maincar 237.8 km
2h 26m
€35–51
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
2h 47m
€106–200
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbftrain Re100
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 52m
€30–88

Essen to Hesse by train

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Distance: 261.7 km
Duration: 2h 4m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt hourly. Tickets cost €45–95 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Frankfurt via Cologne Airport CGN, Frankfurt central train station, and Frankfurt in around 4h 23m.

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