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How to get from Essen to Athens?

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

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Deutsche Bahn, HKX, FlixTrain, 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 Essen and Athens, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Essen Athens trip.

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

Essen to Athens bus

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

Essen to Athens train

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

Flights Essen Athens

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

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

Travel information for Essen Athens

City of departure
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Athens
Greece
Attica
Distance
1235 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Essen to Athens 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 Essen and Athens 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, HKX, FlixTrain, Blablabus or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Essen and Athens with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Essen and Athens

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Essen to Athens?
Comfort Trains between Essen and Athens generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for passengers.
Environmentally friendly The Essen-Athens train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Cost Essen Athens train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Essen Athens train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Essen to Athens?
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Essen and Athens, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Prices Coach tickets from Essen to Athens are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Athens (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Comfort Essen-Athens buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Travel time Buses from Essen to Athens are usually much slower than trains to Athens to cover the 1235 mi distance.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Essen to Athens?
Speed Flying between Essen and Athens is the fastest way to travel the 1235 mi between Essen and Athens.
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Essen to Athens, both direct and with a stopover, giving travellers a wide choice.
Security checks Travellers to Athens often have to arrive at Essen airport early due to strict security checks.
Prices Air tickets from Essen to Athens can be more expensive than train or coach tickets, especially during busy periods (holidays, weekends, etc.).

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

Essen departure bus stations

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Essen
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Essen Departure Stations

Essen Hbf
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Essen West
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Essen-Frohnhausen
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Essen-Steele
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Essen-Steele Ost
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Essen Stadtwald
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Essen Süd
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Essen-Altenessen
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Essen-Eiberg
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Essen-Hügel
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Essen-Werden
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Athens Arrival Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos International
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coach Essen Athens

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

Buses between Essen and Athens 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 Essen-Athens route varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all coach prices from Essen to Athens on Vivanoda.

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

Bus companies Essen Athens

Blablabus
Blablabus
FlixBus
FlixBus
ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
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Trains Essen Athens

Passengers can of course take luggage with them on the train from Essen to Athens. 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.

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

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

To get the best deals on train tickets between Essen and Athens, it is recommended to book in advance, be flexible with the timetable and compare the ticket prices with Vivanoda.

Train companies from Essen to Athens

Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
HKX
HKX
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
ÖBB
ÖBB
EuroBahn
EuroBahn
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Flights Essen Athens

Airlines Essen Athens

Aegean Airlines
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Lufthansa
Lufthansa
Air China International
Air China International
Austrian Airlines
Austrian Airlines
Niki Airlines
Niki Airlines
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