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How to get from Madrid to Essen?

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

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Deutsche Bahn, EuroBahn, HKX, ALSA or Eurolines), 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 Madrid and Essen, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Madrid Essen trip.

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

Madrid to Essen bus

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

Madrid to Essen train

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

Flights Madrid Essen

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

Carpooling Madrid Essen

Carpooling between Madrid 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 Madrid or Essen.

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

Travel information for Madrid Essen

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

Plan your trip from Madrid 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 Madrid 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, EuroBahn, HKX, ALSA or Eurolines to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Madrid and Essen with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Madrid and Essen

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Madrid to Essen?
Accessibility Train stations in Madrid or Essen are located in the city centre, making it easy to use other means of transport to reach the city centre.
Landscapes Trains between Madrid and Essen often offer breathtaking scenery during the journey.
Flexibility Madrid Essen train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Cost Madrid Essen train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Madrid to Essen?
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Madrid to Essen, both direct and with a stopover, giving travellers a wide choice.
Speed Flying between Madrid and Essen is the fastest way to travel the 918 mi between Madrid and Essen.
Environmental disadvantages Flights to Madrid Essen have a negative impact on the environment due to greenhouse gas emissions, as flying is one of the most polluting modes of transport.
Prices Air tickets from Madrid to Essen can be more expensive than train or coach tickets, especially during busy periods (holidays, weekends, etc.).
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Madrid to Essen?
Flexible Carpooling from Madrid to Essen is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Friendliness Carpooling between Madrid and Essen is often more pleasant and friendly than other modes of transport, especially if you share the journey with nice people.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, due to his or her attitude or driving style.
Reliability You should rely on the driver's punctuality and reliability for your Madrid Essen journey. They are not always on time.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Madrid to Essen?
On-board services Modern buses between Madrid and Essen are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power points and toilets.
Prices Coach tickets from Madrid 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.
Travel time Buses from Madrid to Essen are usually much slower than trains to Essen to cover the 918 mi distance.
Comfort Madrid-Essen buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.

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

Madrid departure bus stations

Madrid Sur
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Madrid America
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Madrid - Barajas Airport T4
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Departure airports in Madrid

Adolfo-Suárez de Madrid-Barajas
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Essen arrival coach stations

Essen
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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-Altenessen
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Essen-Eiberg
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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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coach Madrid Essen

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

The frequency of departures to Madrid 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.

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

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Madrid-Essen 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 Madrid Essen

ALSA
ALSA
Eurolines
Eurolines
Blablabus
Blablabus
FlixBus
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Trains Madrid Essen

Passengers can of course take luggage with them on the train from Madrid 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.

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

Trains between Madrid and Essen 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.

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

Train companies from Madrid to Essen

Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
EuroBahn
EuroBahn
HKX
HKX
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
ÖBB
ÖBB
Thalys
Thalys
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Flights Madrid Essen

Airlines Madrid Essen

Air Europa
Air Europa
Iberia
Iberia
KLM
KLM
Korean Air Lines
Korean Air Lines
Vueling Airlines
Vueling Airlines
Air Berlin
Air Berlin
Germanwings
Germanwings
Air France
Air France
Easyjet
Easyjet
Ryanair
Ryanair
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Carpool Madrid Essen

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

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

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

Carpooling platform Madrid Essen

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