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How to get from Edinburgh to Essen?

Are you planning to travel to Essen from Edinburgh and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Edinburgh to Essen, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Edinburgh and Essen, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (HKX, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus or ADAC PostBus), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Edinburgh and Essen, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Edinburgh Essen trip.

For your trip from Edinburgh to Essen, you have several transport options

Edinburgh to Essen bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Edinburgh to Essen, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Edinburgh to Essen train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Edinburgh Essen train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Flights Edinburgh Essen

Many flights connect Edinburgh to Essen every day, offering a quick and convenient option for travellers. If you are in a hurry, flying is the fastest way to get to Essen in record time.

Carpooling Edinburgh Essen

Carpooling between Edinburgh and Essen is perfect if you want to travel to Essen in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Edinburgh or Essen.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Edinburgh to Essen transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Edinburgh Essen

City of departure
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Scotland
Destination city
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Distance
519 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Edinburgh to Essen easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Edinburgh to Essen easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Edinburgh and Essen that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as HKX, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus or ADAC PostBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Edinburgh and Essen with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Edinburgh and Essen

Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Edinburgh to Essen?
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Edinburgh to Essen, both direct and with a stopover, giving travellers a wide choice.
Speed Flying between Edinburgh and Essen is the fastest way to travel the 519 mi between Edinburgh and Essen.
Security checks Travellers to Essen often have to arrive at Edinburgh airport early due to strict security checks.
Environmental disadvantages Flights to Edinburgh Essen have a negative impact on the environment due to greenhouse gas emissions, as flying is one of the most polluting modes of transport.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Edinburgh to Essen?
Comfort Trains between Edinburgh and Essen generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for passengers.
Speed Edinburgh to Essen trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Flexibility Edinburgh Essen train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Cost Edinburgh Essen train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Edinburgh to Essen?
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Edinburgh and Essen, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
On-board services Modern buses between Edinburgh and Essen are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power points and toilets.
Travel time Buses from Edinburgh to Essen are usually much slower than trains to Essen to cover the 519 mi distance.
Comfort Edinburgh-Essen buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Edinburgh to Essen?
Friendliness Carpooling between Edinburgh and Essen is often more pleasant and friendly than other modes of transport, especially if you share the journey with nice people.
Flexible Carpooling from Edinburgh to Essen is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Reliability You should rely on the driver's punctuality and reliability for your Edinburgh Essen journey. They are not always on time.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, due to his or her attitude or driving style.

Where to start from in Edinburgh? Where do I arrive in Essen?

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Essen Arrival Stations

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coach Edinburgh Essen

The average price of a bus ticket for the Edinburgh-Essen route varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all coach prices from Edinburgh to Essen on Vivanoda.

Most buses between Edinburgh and Essen are new and usually have on-board power sockets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

The frequency of departures to Edinburgh from Essen varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Essen, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

Most carriers allow you to book seats online for an Edinburgh-Essen bus. There is often a charge for this service.

Bus companies Edinburgh Essen

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Trains Edinburgh Essen

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Edinburgh to Essen. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transport between Edinburgh and Essen.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Edinburgh to Essen at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Passengers can of course take luggage with them on the train from Edinburgh to Essen. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take with you and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable, as space inside the train is often limited.

Train tickets from Edinburgh to Essen can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Train companies from Edinburgh to Essen

HKX
HKX
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
ÖBB
ÖBB
Thalys
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Flights Edinburgh Essen

Airlines Edinburgh Essen

KLM
KLM
Easyjet
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Germanwings
Germanwings
Transavia.com France
Transavia.com France
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Carpool Edinburgh Essen

Carpool drivers often have restrictions on large luggage due to the limited space in the vehicle. It is therefore recommended that you contact the driver prior to your trip to Edinburgh Essen to discuss these issues.

The average cost of a carpool from Edinburgh to Essen depends on a number of factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, and the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimate of the price and availability of a carpooling trip from Edinburgh to Essen, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transport modes between Edinburgh and Essen, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pick-up locations.

The number of seats available in a carpool from Edinburgh to Essen depends on the driver and the type of vehicle used. In general, a driver can offer between 1 and 4 seats.

Carpooling platform Edinburgh Essen

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