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How to get from Marseille to Essen?

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

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Thalys, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, Eurolines CH 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 Marseille and Essen, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Marseille Essen trip.

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

Marseille to Essen bus

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

Marseille to Essen train

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

Flights Marseille Essen

Many flights connect Marseille 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 Marseille Essen

Carpooling between Marseille 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 Marseille or Essen.

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

Travel information for Marseille Essen

City of departure
Marseille
France
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Destination city
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Distance
569 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Marseille to Essen easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Marseille 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 Marseille 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 Thalys, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, Eurolines CH or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Marseille and Essen with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Marseille and Essen

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Marseille to Essen?
Environmentally friendly The Marseille-Essen train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Comfort Trains between Marseille and Essen generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for passengers.
Flexibility Marseille Essen train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Cost Marseille Essen train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Marseille to Essen?
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Marseille to Essen, both direct and with a stopover, giving travellers a wide choice.
Speed Flying between Marseille and Essen is the fastest way to travel the 569 mi between Marseille and Essen.
Prices Air tickets from Marseille to Essen can be more expensive than train or coach tickets, especially during busy periods (holidays, weekends, etc.).
Security checks Travellers to Essen often have to arrive at Marseille airport early due to strict security checks.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Marseille to Essen?
Prices Coach tickets from Marseille 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 Marseille and Essen, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Travel time Buses from Marseille to Essen are usually much slower than trains to Essen to cover the 569 mi distance.
Comfort Marseille-Essen buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Marseille to Essen?
Flexible Carpooling from Marseille to Essen is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Friendliness Carpooling between Marseille 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 Marseille Essen journey. They are not always on time.

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

Marseille departure bus stations

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Marseille Departure Stations

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Essen arrival coach stations

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Essen Arrival Stations

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coach Marseille Essen

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

The frequency of departures to Marseille 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.

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Marseille-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.

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 Marseille-Essen coach ticket will incur additional costs.

Bus companies Marseille Essen

Eurolines CH
Eurolines CH
FlixBus
FlixBus
Blablabus
Blablabus
ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
Eurolines
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Trains Marseille Essen

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

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

There are discounts for children, students and seniors travelling by train from Marseille to Essen, 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.

The average train journey time from Marseille 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.

Train companies from Marseille to Essen

Thalys
Thalys
Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
ÖBB
ÖBB
HKX
HKX
TGV Lyria
TGV Lyria
SNCF
SNCF
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Flights Marseille Essen

Airlines Marseille Essen

Twin Jet
Twin Jet
Brussels Airlines
Brussels Airlines
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
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Carpool Marseille Essen

Carpooling is considered a more environmentally friendly option than other modes of transport, as it reduces CO2 emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road. However, this depends on the number of people sharing the same vehicle and the fuel consumption of the vehicle.

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

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

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 Marseille Essen to discuss these issues.

Carpooling platform Marseille Essen

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