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How to get from Essen to Duisburg?

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

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

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

Essen to Duisburg bus

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

Essen to Duisburg train

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

Carpooling Essen Duisburg

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

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

Travel information for Essen Duisburg

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

Plan your trip from Essen to Duisburg 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 Duisburg 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, ADAC PostBus or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Essen and Duisburg with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Essen and Duisburg

Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Essen to Duisburg?
Friendliness Carpooling between Essen and Duisburg is often more pleasant and friendly than other modes of transport, especially if you share the journey with nice people.
Flexible Carpooling from Essen to Duisburg is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Reliability You should rely on the driver's punctuality and reliability for your Essen Duisburg 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.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Essen to Duisburg?
Speed Essen to Duisburg trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Accessibility Train stations in Essen or Duisburg are located in the city centre, making it easy to use other means of transport to reach the city centre.
Flexibility Essen Duisburg train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Cost Essen Duisburg train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Essen to Duisburg?
On-board services Modern buses between Essen and Duisburg are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power points and toilets.
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Essen and Duisburg, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Travel time Buses from Essen to Duisburg are usually much slower than trains to Duisburg to cover the 11 mi distance.
Comfort Essen-Duisburg buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.

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

Essen departure bus stations

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Essen Departure Stations

Essen Hbf
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Essen-Frohnhausen
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Essen-Steele
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Essen-Steele Ost
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Essen-Altenessen
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Essen-Bergeborbeck
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Essen-Dellwig
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Essen-Eiberg
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Essen-Kray Nord
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Essen-Zollverein Nord
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Duisburg arrival coach stations

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Duisburg Arrival Stations

Duisburg Hbf
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Duisburg-Buchholz
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Duisburg-Großenbaum
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Duisburg Schlenk
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Duisburg-Rahm
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coach Essen Duisburg

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

The average price of a bus ticket for the Essen-Duisburg 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 Duisburg 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 Essen-Duisburg coach ticket will incur additional costs.

The duration of the bus journey between Essen and Duisburg usually varies depending on traffic conditions and any stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses travelling to Duisburg for your travel date.

Bus companies Essen Duisburg

ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
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Trains Essen Duisburg

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

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

Trains between Essen and Duisburg 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.

There are discounts for children, students and seniors travelling by train from Essen to Duisburg, which vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

Train companies from Essen to Duisburg

HKX
HKX
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
ÖBB
ÖBB
EuroBahn
EuroBahn
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Carpool Essen Duisburg

The duration of a carpool trip between Essen and Duisburg 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.

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

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

It is possible to book a carpool at the last minute, but this depends on the availability of drivers and the demand for the journey. It is recommended to book your carpool in advance to guarantee your trip.

Carpooling platform Essen Duisburg

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