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How to get from Essen to Ingolstadt?

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

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Deutsche Bahn, agilis, ÖBB, FlixBus or ADAC PostBus), 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 Ingolstadt, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Essen Ingolstadt trip.

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

Essen to Ingolstadt bus

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

Essen to Ingolstadt train

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

Carpooling Essen Ingolstadt

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

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

Travel information for Essen Ingolstadt

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

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

Comparison of the modes of transport between Essen and Ingolstadt

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Essen to Ingolstadt?
Prices Coach tickets from Essen to Ingolstadt are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Ingolstadt (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 Ingolstadt, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Essen-Ingolstadt buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Travel time Buses from Essen to Ingolstadt are usually much slower than trains to Ingolstadt to cover the 270 mi distance.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Essen to Ingolstadt?
Environmentally friendly The Essen-Ingolstadt train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Landscapes Trains between Essen and Ingolstadt often offer breathtaking scenery during the journey.
Cost Essen Ingolstadt train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Essen Ingolstadt train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Essen to Ingolstadt?
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Essen to Ingolstadt.
Flexible Carpooling from Essen to Ingolstadt is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Comfort You have to share the space in the car with other passengers during the whole journey from Essen to Ingolstadt.
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 Ingolstadt?

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-Eiberg
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Essen-Horst
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Essen-Kray Süd
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Essen Stadtwald
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Essen Süd
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Essen-Hügel
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Essen-Werden
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Ingolstadt arrival coach stations

Ingolstadt, Hauptbahnhof
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Ingolstadt Arrival Stations

Ingolstadt Hbf
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Ingolstadt Nord
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coach Essen Ingolstadt

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

Buses between Essen and Ingolstadt 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.

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

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-Ingolstadt coach ticket will incur additional costs.

Bus companies Essen Ingolstadt

FlixBus
FlixBus
ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
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Trains Essen Ingolstadt

Train tickets from Essen to Ingolstadt 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 Ingolstadt. 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.

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

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

Train companies from Essen to Ingolstadt

Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
agilis
agilis
ÖBB
ÖBB
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
Abellio
Abellio
HKX
HKX
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Carpool Essen Ingolstadt

The number of seats available in a carpool from Essen to Ingolstadt 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 Ingolstadt 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 Ingolstadt, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The duration of a carpool trip between Essen and Ingolstadt 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.

Carpool drivers often have restrictions on large luggage due to the limited space in the vehicle. It is therefore recommended that you contact the driver prior to your trip to Essen Ingolstadt to discuss these issues.

Carpooling platform Essen Ingolstadt

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