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How to get from Erfurt to Essen?

Are you planning to travel to Essen from Erfurt 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 Erfurt to Essen, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Erfurt and Essen, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Deutsche Bahn, EuroBahn, HKX, Blablabus or FlixBus), 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 Erfurt and Essen, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Erfurt Essen trip.

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

Erfurt to Essen bus

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

Erfurt to Essen train

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

Carpooling Erfurt Essen

Carpooling between Erfurt 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 Erfurt or Essen.

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

Travel information for Erfurt Essen

City of departure
Erfurt
Germany
Thuringia
Destination city
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Distance
177 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by train, carpooling and coach
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Plan your trip from Erfurt to Essen easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Erfurt 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 Erfurt 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 Deutsche Bahn, EuroBahn, HKX, Blablabus or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Erfurt and Essen with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Erfurt and Essen

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Erfurt to Essen?
Environmentally friendly The Erfurt-Essen train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Speed Erfurt to Essen trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Cost Erfurt Essen train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Erfurt Essen train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Erfurt to Essen?
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Erfurt to Essen.
Economical Carpooling from Erfurt to Essen is often the most economical way to travel.
Comfort You have to share the space in the car with other passengers during the whole journey from Erfurt to Essen.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool from Erfurt to Essen can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Erfurt to Essen?
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Erfurt and Essen, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
On-board services Modern buses between Erfurt and Essen are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power points and toilets.
Comfort Erfurt-Essen buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Travel time Buses from Erfurt to Essen are usually much slower than trains to Essen to cover the 177 mi distance.

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

Erfurt departure bus stations

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Erfurt Departure Stations

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Essen arrival coach stations

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Essen Arrival Stations

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coach Erfurt Essen

Buses between Erfurt and Essen usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before travelling. In any case, breaks at motorway service stations are provided.

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

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when booking. In most cases, cancelling or changing your Erfurt-Essen coach ticket will incur additional costs.

The frequency of departures to Erfurt 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.

Bus companies Erfurt Essen

Blablabus
Blablabus
FlixBus
FlixBus
ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
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Trains Erfurt Essen

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Erfurt 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 Erfurt and Essen.

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

Passengers can of course take luggage with them on the train from Erfurt 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.

Trains between Erfurt and Essen are equipped with power sockets and free Wi-Fi for passengers. Power sockets are available in most carriages, while the Wi-Fi connection may be unstable in some areas.

Train companies from Erfurt to Essen

Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
EuroBahn
EuroBahn
HKX
HKX
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
ÖBB
ÖBB
Abellio
Abellio
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Carpool Erfurt Essen

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

The average cost of a carpool from Erfurt 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 Erfurt to Essen, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

Carpooling is considered a more environmentally friendly option than other modes of transport, as it reduces CO2 emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road. However, this depends on the number of people sharing the same vehicle and the fuel consumption of the vehicle.

The duration of a carpool trip between Erfurt and Essen also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated time for each available carpool offer.

Carpooling platform Erfurt Essen

Blablacar
Blablacar
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