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How to get from Essen to Helsinki?

Are you planning to travel to Helsinki 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 Helsinki, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Essen and Helsinki, 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 Helsinki, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Essen Helsinki trip.

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

Essen to Helsinki bus

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

Essen to Helsinki train

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

Flights Essen Helsinki

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

Carpooling Essen Helsinki

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

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

Travel information for Essen Helsinki

City of departure
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Helsinki
Finland
Distance
915 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Essen to Helsinki easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Essen to Helsinki 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 Helsinki 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 Helsinki with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Essen and Helsinki

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Essen to Helsinki?
Prices Coach tickets from Essen to Helsinki are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Helsinki (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Essen and Helsinki, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Travel time Buses from Essen to Helsinki are usually much slower than trains to Helsinki to cover the 915 mi distance.
Comfort Essen-Helsinki buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Essen to Helsinki?
Comfort Trains between Essen and Helsinki generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for passengers.
Accessibility Train stations in Essen or Helsinki are located in the city centre, making it easy to use other means of transport to reach the city centre.
Flexibility Essen Helsinki train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Cost Essen Helsinki train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Essen to Helsinki?
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Essen to Helsinki, both direct and with a stopover, giving travellers a wide choice.
Speed Flying between Essen and Helsinki is the fastest way to travel the 915 mi between Essen and Helsinki.
Prices Air tickets from Essen to Helsinki can be more expensive than train or coach tickets, especially during busy periods (holidays, weekends, etc.).
Security checks Travellers to Helsinki often have to arrive at Essen airport early due to strict security checks.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Essen to Helsinki?
Economical Carpooling from Essen to Helsinki is often the most economical way to travel.
Flexible Carpooling from Essen to Helsinki is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool from Essen to Helsinki can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.
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 Essen? Where do I arrive in Helsinki?

Essen departure bus stations

Essen
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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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Helsinki Arrival Airports

Helsinki-Vantaa
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coach Essen Helsinki

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

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

The duration of the bus journey between Essen and Helsinki 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 Helsinki for your travel date.

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Essen-Helsinki bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

Bus companies Essen Helsinki

Blablabus
Blablabus
FlixBus
FlixBus
ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
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Trains Essen Helsinki

Trains between Essen and Helsinki 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.

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

The average train journey time from Essen to Helsinki depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Helsinki are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by doing a price search on Vivanoda.

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

Train companies from Essen to Helsinki

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

Airlines Essen Helsinki

Air Berlin
Air Berlin
Finnair
Finnair
Germanwings
Germanwings
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Carpool Essen Helsinki

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

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

The duration of a carpool trip between Essen and Helsinki 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.

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

Carpooling platform Essen Helsinki

Blablacar
Blablacar
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