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

The cheapest way to get from Trier to Essen Hbf is to rideshare which costs €11 - €16 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trier to Essen Hbf is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Trier and Essen Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Trier station to Essen Hbf 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 Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Trier to Essen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Trier, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via Koblenz Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Trier to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Trier and Essen Hbf is 283 km. The road distance is 232.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Trier to Essen Hbf without a car is to train via Koblenz which takes 4h 11m and costs €45 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Trier to Essen Hbf, including transfers.

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

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

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

Trier to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Trier to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Trier to Essen Hbf is to train via Koblenz which takes 4h 11m and costs €45 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Trier to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Trier to Essen Hbf train arrive?

Trier to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Trier to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Trier to Essen Hbf is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Trier to Essen Hbf.

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

Book your Trier to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 2578+ hotels available in Essen Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Trier to Essen Hbf?

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

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

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

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Train via Koblenz
best
1. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Ice / ...
4h 11m
€49–150
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Trier to Essenrideshare 233.6 km
3h 10m
€11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus 011
4h 59m
€21–33
Drive 232.6 km
1. Drive from Trier to Essen Hbfcar 232.6 km
2h 20m
€35–50
Train
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 48m
€47–200
Train #2
1. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln West Bftrain Re22
2. Take the train from Koeln-Ehrenfeld to Essen Hbftrain Re
4h 55m

Trier to Essen Hbf by train

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Distance: 282.8 km
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf via Koblenz Hbf in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Trier central train station to Düsseldorf central bus station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €19–28 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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