What is the cheapest way to get from Passau to Essen Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Passau to Essen Hbf is to bus which costs €65 - €100 and takes 12h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Passau to Essen Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Passau to Essen Hbf is to train and fly which takes 5h 23m and costs €110 - €380.

Is there a direct bus between Passau and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Passau central train station station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Passau and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Passau Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Passau to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Passau and Essen Hbf is 700 km. The road distance is 673.2 km.

How do I travel from Passau to Essen Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Passau to Essen Hbf without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 30m and costs €110 - €250.

How long does it take to get from Passau to Essen Hbf?

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Passau to Essen Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Passau to Essen Hbf bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Passau to Essen Hbf train from?

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

Train or bus from Passau to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Passau to Essen Hbf is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 30m and costs €110 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €65 - €100 and takes 12h 35m.

Where does the Passau to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

Passau to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Passau to Essen Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Passau to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Passau to Essen Hbf is 673 km. It takes approximately 5h 33m to drive from Passau to Essen Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Passau to Essen Hbf?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Passau to Essen Hbf?

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

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

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Passau to Essen Hbf - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Passau to Essen Hbf by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbftrain 41 / ...
6h 30m
€115–241
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Passau central train station to Essen central train stationbus N161
12h 35m
€65–100
Drive 673.2 km
1. Drive from Passau to Essen Hbfcar 673.2 km
5h 33m
€127–183
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Plattlingtrain
2. Take the train from Plattling to Freisingtrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
5h 23m
€117–371
Train
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Ice
7h 24m
€120–260
Train, train to Salzburg Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Wels Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Wels Hauptbahnhof to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Fly from Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane SZG - DUS
6h 34m
€114–311
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Plattlingtrain
2. Take the train from Plattling to Freisingtrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
4. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain
6h 11m
€113–413
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly to Münster Osnabrück International Airport
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Plattlingtrain
2. Take the train from Plattling to Freisingtrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Münster Osnabrück International Airport (FMO)plane MUC - FMO
4. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain
7h
€166–492

Passau to Essen Hbf by train

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Distance: 700.4 km
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Passau, Germany and Essen Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Passau Hbf to Essen Hbf via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Frankfurt in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Passau central train station to Essen central train station once daily. Tickets cost €65–100 and the journey takes 12h 35m.

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