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

The cheapest way to get from Trier to Essen is to rideshare which costs €11 - €16 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trier to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Trier and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Trier station to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Trier central train station and arriving at Essen central train station via Düsseldorf central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Trier and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Trier to Essen. However, there are services departing from Trier, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Trier to Essen?

The distance between Trier and Essen is 251 km. The road distance is 233.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Trier to Essen without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs €50 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Trier to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trier to Essen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Trier to Essen train from?

Trier to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Trier to Essen?

The best way to get from Trier to Essen is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs €50 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €35 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Trier to Essen bus arrive?

Trier to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where does the Trier to Essen train arrive?

Trier to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Trier to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Trier to Essen is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Trier to Essen.

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

Book your Trier to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2788+ hotels available in Essen.

Can I share a ride from Trier to Essen?

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

Trier to Essen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Trier to Essen by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain Re22
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Essen Hbftrain 41 / ...
4h 16m
€52–119
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Trier to Essenrideshare 233.6 km
3h 2m
€11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus 011
4h 59m
€18–32
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln West Bftrain Re22
2. Take the train from Koeln-Ehrenfeld to Essen Hbftrain Re
4h 35m
Train via Cologne #2
1. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain Re22
2. Take the train from Koeln Messe/Deutz to Essen Hbftrain Re
4h 46m
€54–124
Drive 233.1 km
1. Drive from Trier to Essencar 233.1 km
2h 21m
€34–49

Trier to Essen by train

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Distance: 251.3 km
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Trier central train station to Düsseldorf central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €16–26 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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