Facts about the transport from Heidelberg to Essen
| Cheapest Transport | $191 |
| Fastest Transport | 3h 15m |
| Earliest Departure | 3:43 AM |
| Latest Departure | 3:43 AM |
| Departures per day | 0 |
| Distance | 163 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | CD |
Heidelberg to Essen
Best Options
$20
$36
Other Options
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Transportation from Heidelberg to Essen
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Trains$ 190.20
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Buses are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
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How to get from Heidelberg to Essen
Travelling between Heidelberg and Essen is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 35.85 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 19.55.
How long does it take to get from Heidelberg to Essen?
It can take you anywhere between 4 and 20 hours to travel between Heidelberg and Essen depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Heidelberg and Essen. Train will bring you to your destination in 3h 15m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 19h 10m to reach Essen.
How much does it cost to get from Heidelberg to Essen?
Travelling between Heidelberg and Essen can be as cheap as USD 19.55 if you opt for a FlixBus bus and as expensive as USD 35.85 if you buy a FlixBus Bus ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Heidelberg and Essen ?
- 6 from Heidelberg to Essen starting from 04:30 Heidelberg Alte Eppelheimer until 20:55 Heidelberg Alte Eppelheimer
- 4 by Bus+Train from Heidelberg to Essen starting from 04:30 Heidelberg Alte Eppelheimer until 15:50 Heidelberg Train Station
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Heidelberg to Essen.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Heidelberg to Essen overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Heidelberg and Essen
FlixBus
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Heidelberg to Essen?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus