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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Speyer is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Speyer is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Speyer?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Speyer. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Speyer, Hbf/ZOB via Ludwigsh., B. Pl. Bf LU Mitte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Speyer?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Speyer. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Speyer, Hbf/ZOB via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Essen to Speyer?

The distance between Essen and Speyer is 338 km. The road distance is 306.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Speyer without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs €60 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Essen to Speyer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Speyer bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Speyer train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Speyer?

The best way to get from Essen to Speyer is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs €60 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus via Ludwigsh., B. Pl. Bf LU Mitte, which costs and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Essen to Speyer bus arrive?

Essen to Speyer bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Mannheim central bus station.

Where does the Essen to Speyer train arrive?

Essen to Speyer train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen to Speyer?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Speyer is 306 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Essen to Speyer.

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

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Where can I stay near Speyer?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
3h 14m
€62–235
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Mannheim central bus stationbus FlixBus 027 / ...
7h 3m
€31–54
Bus via Ludwigsh., B. Pl. Bf LU Mitte
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Mannheim, ZOBbus
6h 30m
Drive 306.4 km
1. Drive from Essen to Speyercar 306.4 km
3h 11m
€44–64
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
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Speyer, Hbf/ZOBtrain
4h 6m
€116–244

Essen to Speyer by train

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Distance: 338.4 km
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €55–230 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Alternatively, Hak Bus operates a bus from Essen Hbf to Mannheim, ZOB twice a week, and the journey takes 4h 41m.

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