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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Essen is to night train which costs €55 - €150 and takes 12h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Essen is to fly which takes 4h 22m and costs €95 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Vienna to Essen?

The distance between Vienna and Essen is 843 km. The road distance is 934.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Essen without a car is to train which takes 9h 45m and costs €160 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Vienna to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Essen bus from?

Vienna to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Essen train from?

Vienna to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to Essen?

The best way to get from Vienna to Essen is to fly which takes 4h 22m and costs €95 - €300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €160 - €310 and takes 9h 45m, you could also bus, which costs €85 - €130 and takes 16h 30m.

Where does the Vienna to Essen bus arrive?

Vienna to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Vienna to Essen train arrive?

Vienna to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Essen is 935 km. It takes approximately 8h 32m to drive from Vienna to Essen.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Vienna to Essen?

Book your Vienna to Essen bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Essen?

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Fly Vienna International Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane VIE - DUS
4h 22m
€95–292
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Wien Hbf to Essen Hbfnighttrain Nj
12h 34m
€55–150
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Ice
9h 45m
€160–310
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Essen central train stationbus N161
16h 30m
€85–130
Fly Vienna International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane VIE - CGN
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain
5h 12m
€66–296
Train to Graz Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Graz Hbftrain
2. Fly from Graz Airport (GRZ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane GRZ - DUS
6h 57m
€138–405
Fly Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane VIE - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf to Essen Hbftrain
7h 15m
€113–260
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Wien HBF to Köln Hbftrain Nj / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
12h 48m
€215–347
Drive 934.5 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Essencar 934.5 km
8h 32m
€168–243

Vienna to Essen by train

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Distance: 842.8 km
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Essen, Germany?

Austrian Airlines, Eurowings, and two other airlines fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Wien Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €160–310 and the journey takes 9h 45m.

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