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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Frankfurt Am Main to Essen

Composite routes from Frankfurt Am Main to Essen

Cheapest
2 h 13 min
Car
250 km.
from $13
Other
4 h 30 min
Bus
190 km.
from €25
Details

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Frankfurt central train station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$29.26–$40.71
Bus from Frankfurt central train station to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.17–$34.35
Bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.63–$11.45

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Email:
info@arjanitravel.com
Website:
arjanitravel.com/
Bus from Frankfurt central train station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Frankfurt to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$356.23

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Essen
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.99–$63.61

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Frankfurt to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$61.07–$68.70
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Essen
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.72–$30.53

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Essen
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Essen
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.18–$15.27

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Frankfurt to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 47m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.99–$24.17

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Essen is to rideshare which costs $11.96 - $20.65 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Essen is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs $52.17 - $58.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt am Main and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Frankfurt central train station station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt am Main and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Frankfurt and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

The distance between Frankfurt am Main and Essen is 260 km. The road distance is 248.6 km.

How do I travel from Frankfurt am Main to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Essen without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs $52.17 - $58.70 .

How long does it take to get from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

The train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbf takes 1h 52m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt am Main to Essen bus from?

Frankfurt am Main to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt am Main to Essen train from?

Frankfurt am Main to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Frankfurt station.

Train or bus from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

The best way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Essen is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs $52.17 - $58.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $34.78 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Frankfurt am Main to Essen bus arrive?

Frankfurt am Main to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

What is the time difference between Frankfurt am Main and Essen?

It is currently 11:55 at both, Frankfurt am Main and Essen.

Where does the Frankfurt am Main to Essen train arrive?

Frankfurt am Main to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt am Main to Essen is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Frankfurt am Main to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

Book your Frankfurt am Main to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

Book your Frankfurt am Main to Essen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 1889+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?

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