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How to get from Ingolstadt to Essen?

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

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

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

Ingolstadt to Essen bus

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

Ingolstadt to Essen train

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

Carpooling Ingolstadt Essen

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

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

Travel information for Ingolstadt Essen

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

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

Comparison of the modes of transport between Ingolstadt and Essen

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

Ingolstadt departure bus stations

Ingolstadt, Hauptbahnhof
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Ingolstadt Departure Stations

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Ingolstadt Nord
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Essen arrival coach stations

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Essen Arrival 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-Kray Süd
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Essen-Horst
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Essen Stadtwald
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Essen Süd
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Essen-Hügel
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coach Ingolstadt Essen

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

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

Bus companies Ingolstadt Essen

FlixBus
FlixBus
ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
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Trains Ingolstadt Essen

Train tickets from Ingolstadt to Essen 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 Ingolstadt to Essen. 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 Ingolstadt to Essen 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 Ingolstadt to Essen. 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 Ingolstadt and Essen.

Train companies from Ingolstadt to Essen

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

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

The duration of a carpool trip between Ingolstadt and Essen 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 Ingolstadt Essen to discuss these issues.

Carpooling platform Ingolstadt Essen

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