What is the cheapest way to get from Kalmar to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Kalmar to Essen is to train which costs €110 - €200 and takes 14h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kalmar to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Kalmar to Essen is to fly which takes 7h 24m and costs €240 - €430.

Is there a direct bus between Kalmar and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Kalmar station to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Kalmar, Järnvägstation and arriving at Essen central train station via Växjö station, Ljungby and Copenhagen Busterminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Kalmar and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Kalmar station to Essen. However, there are services departing from Kalmar, Järnvägstation and arriving at Essen Hbf via Koebenhavn H and Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 53m.

How far is it from Kalmar to Essen?

The distance between Kalmar and Essen is 908 km. The road distance is 1127.3 km.

How do I travel from Kalmar to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Kalmar to Essen without a car is to train via Copenhagen which takes 13h 53m and costs €140 - €270.

How long does it take to get from Kalmar to Essen?

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Kalmar to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kalmar to Essen bus from?

Kalmar to Essen bus services, operated by Swedish Railways (SJ), depart from Kalmar, Järnvägstation.

Where do I catch the Kalmar to Essen train from?

Kalmar to Essen train services, operated by Öresundståg, depart from Kalmar, Järnvägstation.

Train, bus or fly from Kalmar to Essen?

The best way to get from Kalmar to Essen is to fly which takes 7h 24m and costs €240 - €430. Alternatively, you can train via Copenhagen, which costs €140 - €270 and takes 13h 53m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 19h 46m.

Where does the Kalmar to Essen bus arrive?

Kalmar to Essen bus services, operated by Swedish Railways (SJ), arrive at Växjö station.

Where does the Kalmar to Essen train arrive?

Kalmar to Essen train services, operated by Öresundståg, arrive at Köpenhamn H station.

Can I drive from Kalmar to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kalmar to Essen is 1127 km. It takes approximately 10h 39m to drive from Kalmar to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Kalmar to Essen?

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There are 7 ways to get from Kalmar to Essen by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Kalmar Öland Airport
best
1. Fly from Kalmar Öland Airport (KLR) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane KLR - DUS
7h 24m
€242–429
Train, bus to Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kalmar, Järnvägstation to Borås Centralstationtrain
2. Take the bus from Borås Centralstation to Landvetter flygplatsbus
3. Fly from Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane GOT - DUS
8h 20m
€110–328
Train via Copenhagen
1. Take the train from Kalmar, Järnvägstation to Köpenhamn Htrain
2. Take the train from Koebenhavn H to Hamburg Hbftrain Rj / ...
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 43 / ...
13h 53m
€140–269
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kalmar, Järnvägstation to Växjö stationbus
2. Take the bus from Växjö station to Ljungby busstationbus 145 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ljungby to Copenhagen Busterminalbus 602
4. Take the bus from Copenhagen Busterminal to Essen central train stationbus N74
19h 46m
Drive 1,127.3 km
1. Drive from Kalmar to Essencar 1,127.3 km
10h 39m
€203–293
Train to Copenhagen Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kalmar, Järnvägstation to Copenhagen Lufthavntrain
2. Fly from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane CPH - DUS
7h 29m
€130–338
Train
1. Take the train from Kalmar, Järnvägstation to Hässleholm Centralstationtrain
2. Take the train from Hässleholm Centralstation to Hamburg Hauptbahnhoftrain Ic
3. Take the train from Hamburg Central Station to Essen Central Stationtrain
14h 20m
€119–200

Kalmar to Essen by train

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Distance: 907.5 km
Duration: 7h 24m

What companies run services between Kalmar, Sweden and Essen, Germany?

Scandinavian Airlines and Eurowings fly from Kalmar Öland Airport (KLR) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kalmar, Järnvägstation to Essen Hbf via Köpenhamn H, Koebenhavn H, and Hamburg Hbf in around 13h 53m.

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