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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Travemünde is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Travemünde is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Travemünde?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Travemünde. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Lübeck-Travemünde Strandbahnhof via Hanover central bus station and Lübeck ZOB/Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Travemünde?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Travemünde. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Essen to Travemünde?

The distance between Essen and Travemünde is 456 km. The road distance is 433.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Travemünde without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs €85 - €330.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Essen to Travemünde, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Travemünde bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Travemünde train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Travemünde?

The best way to get from Essen to Travemünde is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs €85 - €330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Essen to Travemünde bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Travemünde train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Travemünde?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Travemünde is 434 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Essen to Travemünde.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck-Travemünde Strandtrain Re8 / ...
5h 7m
€88–328
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hbfbus Dnipro
2. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Lübeckbus 173 / ...
7h 10m
€36–62
Drive 433.6 km
1. Drive from Essen to Travemündecar 433.6 km
3h 48m
€62–90
Fly, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane DUS - HAM
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck-Travemünde Strandtrain
4h 52m
€110–289
Train via Münster
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Münster Hauptbahnhoftrain Re2
2. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Hamburg Hbftrain 42 / ...
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck-Travemünde Strandtrain Re8
5h 49m
€89–299

Essen to Travemünde by train

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Distance: 456.5 km
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Lübeck-Travemünde Strand via Hamburg Hbf in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen Hbf to Lübeck-Travemünde Strandbahnhof via Hannover Hbf, Hanover central bus station, Lübeck, and Lübeck ZOB/Hauptbahnhof in around 7h 10m.

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