What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen?

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen is to bus which costs €17 - €25 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen?

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen is to train via Stuttgart Hbf which takes 1h 34m and costs €35 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Esslingen?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt Hbf and arriving at Pliensauv. Weilstraße via Flughafen/Messe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Esslingen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Frankfurt and arriving at Esslingen. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen?

The distance between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Esslingen is 197 km. The road distance is 194.3 km.

How do I travel from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen without a car?

The best way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen without a car is to train via Stuttgart Hbf which takes 1h 34m and costs €35 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen bus from?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, depart from Frankfurt Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen train from?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.

Train or bus from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen?

The best way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen is to train via Stuttgart Hbf which takes 1h 34m and costs €35 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €25 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen bus arrive?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, arrive at Stuttgart Airport Busterminal station.

Where does the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen train arrive?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen.

How do I get a train ticket from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen?

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Where can I stay near Esslingen?

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Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen by train, bus, or car

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Train via Stuttgart Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Hauptbahnhoftrain 11 / ...
1h 34m
€36–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt Hbf to Stuttgart Airport Busterminalbus Odesa
3h 29m
€17–25
Drive 194.3 km
1. Drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingencar 194.3 km
2h 17m
€28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Esslingentrain 62 / ...
1h 47m
€30–150
Bus via Esslingen
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Stuttgart Airport Busterminalbus N422 / ...
4h 2m
€21–61

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Esslingen by train

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Distance: 197.5 km
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Germany and Esslingen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €30–150 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, East West Eurolines operates a bus from Frankfurt Hbf to Stuttgart Airport Busterminal twice daily. Tickets cost €14–22 and the journey takes 2h 38m.

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