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How to get from Regensburg to Essen?

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

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

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

Regensburg to Essen bus

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

Regensburg to Essen train

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

Carpooling Regensburg Essen

Carpooling between Regensburg 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 Regensburg or Essen.

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

Travel information for Regensburg Essen

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

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

Comparison of the modes of transport between Regensburg and Essen

Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Regensburg to Essen?
Friendliness Carpooling between Regensburg and Essen is often more pleasant and friendly than other modes of transport, especially if you share the journey with nice people.
Economical Carpooling from Regensburg to Essen is often the most economical way to travel.
Reliability You should rely on the driver's punctuality and reliability for your Regensburg Essen journey. They are not always on time.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool from Regensburg to Essen can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Regensburg to Essen?
On-board services Modern buses between Regensburg and Essen are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power points and toilets.
Prices Coach tickets from Regensburg 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.
Comfort Regensburg-Essen buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Travel time Buses from Regensburg to Essen are usually much slower than trains to Essen to cover the 281 mi distance.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Regensburg to Essen?
Accessibility Train stations in Regensburg or Essen are located in the city centre, making it easy to use other means of transport to reach the city centre.
Environmentally friendly The Regensburg-Essen train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Cost Regensburg Essen train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Regensburg Essen train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.

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

Regensburg departure bus stations

Regensburg, Hauptbahnhof
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Regensburg Departure Stations

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Essen arrival coach stations

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Essen Arrival Stations

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Essen West
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Essen-Frohnhausen
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Essen-Steele Ost
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Essen-Kray Nord
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coach Regensburg Essen

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

Buses between Regensburg 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.

The frequency of departures to Regensburg 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 Regensburg 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.

Bus companies Regensburg Essen

FlixBus
FlixBus
Hellö
Hellö
ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
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Trains Regensburg Essen

The average train journey time from Regensburg 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.

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

There are discounts for children, students and seniors travelling by train from Regensburg 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.

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

Train companies from Regensburg to Essen

Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
ÖBB
ÖBB
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
EuroBahn
EuroBahn
HKX
HKX
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Carpool Regensburg Essen

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

Carpooling is generally considered to be a safe option for travelling between Regensburg and Essen. However, it is important to check driver reviews and ratings before booking a trip. It is also recommended that you only share your personal details with people you trust.

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 Regensburg Essen to discuss these issues.

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

Carpooling platform Regensburg Essen

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