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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Lübeck is to train via Essen Central Station which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Lübeck is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Lübeck?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Lübeck station. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Lübeck central train station via Hanover central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Lübeck?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Lübeck. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Lübeck Hbf via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Essen to Lübeck?

The distance between Essen and Lübeck is 414 km. The road distance is 417.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Lübeck without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs €70 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Essen to Lübeck, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Lübeck bus from?

Essen to Lübeck bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Lübeck train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Lübeck?

The best way to get from Essen to Lübeck is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs €70 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €60 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Essen to Lübeck bus arrive?

Essen to Lübeck bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, arrive at Hannover Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Lübeck train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Lübeck?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Lübeck is 417 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Essen to Lübeck.

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

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Where can I stay near Lübeck?

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Essen to Lübeck - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Essen to Lübeck by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 1 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain Re8 / ...
3h 48m
€72–132
Train via Essen Central Station
cheapest
1. Take the train from Essen Central Station to Hamburg Central Stationtrain Flx20
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain Re8 / ...
4h 13m
€34–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hbfbus Dnipro
2. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Lübeck central train stationbus 173 / ...
6h 11m
€49–59
Drive 417.3 km
1. Drive from Essen to Lübeckcar 417.3 km
3h 40m
€61–88
Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane DUS - HAM
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain
4h 1m
€91–247
Train to Frankfurt, fly, train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane FRA - HAM
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain
5h 25m
€136–289

Essen to Lübeck by train

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Distance: 414.1 km
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Lübeck Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen Hbf to Lübeck central train station via Hannover Hbf and Hanover central bus station in around 6h 11m.

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