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How to get from Essen to Erfurt?

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

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

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

Essen to Erfurt bus

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

Essen to Erfurt train

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

Carpooling Essen Erfurt

Carpooling between Essen and Erfurt is perfect if you want to travel to Erfurt 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 Erfurt.

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

Travel information for Essen Erfurt

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

Plan your trip from Essen to Erfurt 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 Erfurt 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, 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 Erfurt with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Essen and Erfurt

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

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

Essen departure bus stations

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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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Essen-Bergeborbeck
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Essen-Dellwig
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Essen-Kray Nord
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Essen-Zollverein Nord
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Erfurt arrival coach stations

Erfurt, Busbahnhof am Hauptbahnhof, Haltestelle
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Erfurt Arrival Stations

Erfurt Hbf
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coach Essen Erfurt

Buses between Essen and Erfurt 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-Erfurt 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 Erfurt 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-Erfurt coach ticket will incur additional costs.

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

Bus companies Essen Erfurt

ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
Blablabus
Blablabus
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Trains Essen Erfurt

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

Train tickets from Essen to Erfurt 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 Essen to Erfurt. 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 Essen and Erfurt 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 Essen to Erfurt

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

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

The average cost of a carpool from Essen to Erfurt 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 Erfurt, 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 Essen and Erfurt 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 Essen Erfurt

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