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

The cheapest way to get from Göttingen to Essen is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Göttingen to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Göttingen and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Göttingen station to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Göttingen central bus station and arriving at Essen central train station via Dortmund central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Göttingen and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Göttingen to Essen. However, there are services departing from Göttingen and arriving at Essen Hbf via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Göttingen to Essen?

The distance between Göttingen and Essen is 291 km. The road distance is 227.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Göttingen to Essen without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €45 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Göttingen to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Göttingen to Essen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Göttingen to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Göttingen to Essen?

The best way to get from Göttingen to Essen is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €45 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Göttingen to Essen bus arrive?

Göttingen to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dortmund central bus station.

Where does the Göttingen to Essen train arrive?

Göttingen to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.

Can I drive from Göttingen to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Göttingen to Essen is 228 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Göttingen to Essen.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Göttingen to Essen?

Book your Göttingen to Essen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2768+ hotels available in Essen.

Can I share a ride from Göttingen to Essen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Göttingen and Essen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Göttingen to Essen by train, bus, night train, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Göttingen to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 25 / ...
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Essen Hbftrain Re
3h 28m
€47–94
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Göttingen to Essenrideshare 228.1 km
3h 13m
€15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Göttingen central bus station to Dortmund central bus stationbus 264
2. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen central train stationbus N1361 / ...
4h 44m
€32–43
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Göttingen to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 25 / ...
2. Take the nighttrain from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Essen Hbfnighttrain Nj
3h 41m
€29–109
Drive 227.9 km
1. Drive from Göttingen to Essencar 227.9 km
2h 42m
€43–62

Göttingen to Essen by train

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Distance: 290.8 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Göttingen to Essen Hbf via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Göttingen central bus station to Essen central train station via Dortmund central bus station in around 4h 44m.

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