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How to get from Essen to Reykjavik?

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

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

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

Essen to Reykjavik bus

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

Essen to Reykjavik train

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

Flights Essen Reykjavik

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

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

Travel information for Essen Reykjavik

City of departure
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Reykjavik
Iceland
Distance
1358 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Essen to Reykjavik easily with Vivanoda

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

Comparison of the modes of transport between Essen and Reykjavik

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Essen to Reykjavik?
Environmentally friendly The Essen-Reykjavik train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Speed Essen to Reykjavik trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Flexibility Essen Reykjavik train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Cost Essen Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik?
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Essen and Reykjavik, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Prices Coach tickets from Essen to Reykjavik are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Reykjavik (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Travel time Buses from Essen to Reykjavik are usually much slower than trains to Reykjavik to cover the 1358 mi distance.
Comfort Essen-Reykjavik buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Essen to Reykjavik?
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Essen to Reykjavik, both direct and with a stopover, giving travellers a wide choice.
Speed Flying between Essen and Reykjavik is the fastest way to travel the 1358 mi between Essen and Reykjavik.
Security checks Travellers to Reykjavik often have to arrive at Essen airport early due to strict security checks.
Prices Air tickets from Essen to Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik?

Essen departure bus stations

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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None

Reykjavik Arrival Airports

Keflavik International
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coach Essen Reykjavik

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

Buses between Essen and Reykjavik 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.

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-Reykjavik coach ticket will incur additional costs.

The average price of a bus ticket for the Essen-Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik on Vivanoda.

Bus companies Essen Reykjavik

FlixBus
FlixBus
Blablabus
Blablabus
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Trains Essen Reykjavik

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

There are discounts for children, students and seniors travelling by train from Essen to Reykjavik, 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 tickets from Essen to Reykjavik can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Trains between Essen and Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik

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

Airlines Essen Reykjavik

Icelandair
Icelandair
WOW Air
WOW Air
Germanwings
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