Essen to Berlin

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Essen to Berlin Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	12:40	21:10	$29.69
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	15:05	23:25	$39.57
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	15:05	23:50	$31.87
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	16:15	01:10	$37.37
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	16:15	01:50	$36.27
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	18:35	03:30	$40.67
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	18:35	04:00	$40.67
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	20:05	03:10	$30.24
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	20:05	03:30	$54.94
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	22:35	05:50	$47.26
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	22:35	06:10	$47.26

How to get from Essen to Berlin

When you want to get from Essen to Berlin, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Bus
Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 73.66. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 37.42.

How far is Essen from Berlin?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Essen to Berlin. Your trip will be a total of 133 miles (213 km). The flying distance is 133 miles (213 km).

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

The travel time from Essen to Berlin can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 10 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Essen to Berlin?

The cost of the trip from Essen to Berlin varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is FlixBus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 37.42 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 73.66.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Essen to Berlin:

Bus tickets - USD 36.99 to USD 43.93;
Train tickets - USD 64.74 to USD 73.98;

How many trips per day are there between Essen and Berlin?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Buses start plying the route from 12:40 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:35. There are 7 available bus trips every day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 6 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Essen to Berlin is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Essen to Berlin

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Essen to Berlin? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Essen to Berlin

Trains

$ 64.74
Buses

$ 36.99
Ferries are not available
Flights are not available
Taxis are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Essen to Berlin

Cheapest Transport	$37
Fastest Transport	4h 15m
Earliest Departure	9:04 AM
Latest Departure	10:35 PM
Departures per day	13
Distance	213 kilometers
Transport Companies	FlixBus, FlixTrain