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What is the best way to travel from Erlangen to Essen?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Flights and Buses for the journey to Essen from Erlangen. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 50m
$29
$33
3
Flight
3h 15m
$72
$213
22

What is the cheapest way to reach Essen from Erlangen?

You can get to Essen with just $29 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Thursday
from $72
Friday
from $34
Saturday
from $29
Sunday
from $95
Monday
from $77
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • LC Perú
    19h 0m
    0
    1:10 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    8:10 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $72
  • Ryanair
    15h 50m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    2:50 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $80
  • Skyscanner
    23h 35m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    12:35 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $96
  • Ryanair
    11h 30m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:30 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $127
  • R Airlines
    22h 45m
    0
    4:05 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    2:50 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from $142
  • Norwegian Air UK
    6h 10m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    11:40 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Norwegian Air UK
    Economy
    from $177

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    7:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    8:55 PM
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    6:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    10:45 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • LC Perú
    17h 50m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    7:05 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $101
  • Skyscanner
    5h 35m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    6:05 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $115
  • Skyscanner
    8h 30m
    0
    6:20 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    2:50 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $142
  • Wizz Air
    15h 40m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    8:05 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from $145
  • Buzz
    19h 40m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    7:55 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from $169
  • Ryanair
    13h 20m
    0
    10:20 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    11:40 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $177

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    7:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    8:55 PM
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    6:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    10:45 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Skyscanner
    26h 45m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    8:45 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $132
  • Azman Air
    3h 25m
    0
    2:15 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    5:40 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Azman Air
    Economy
    from $213
  • KLM Cityhopper
    4h 15m
    0
    6:10 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:25 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from $213
  • Lufthansa
    3h 20m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    9:30 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $376
  • Air Dolomiti
    3h 15m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    9:45 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $399

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Skyscanner
    23h 50m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    7:55 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $95
  • Lauda Europe
    16h 20m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    12:10 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lauda Europe
    Economy
    from $126
  • LC Perú
    16h 15m
    0
    3:20 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    7:35 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $148
  • Ryanair
    19h 35m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    2:50 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $167
  • Norwegian Air UK
    28h 10m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    12:10 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Norwegian Air UK
    Economy
    from $220

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • LC Perú
    17h 50m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    7:05 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $77
  • Skyscanner
    19h 0m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    12:05 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $89
  • Buzz
    18h 15m
    0
    10:20 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    4:35 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from $92
  • Ryanair
    22h 50m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    12:05 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $103
  • Wizz Air
    15h 40m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    8:05 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from $177
  • Skyscanner
    5h 50m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    12:40 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $187

What are the fastest trips from Erlangen to Essen?

You can get to Essen from Erlangen in just 3h 15m with a Flight from Air Dolomiti. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 3h 25m
Friday
from 3h 30m
Saturday
from 3h 15m
Sunday
from 16h 15m
Monday
from 3h 25m
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Lufthansa
    3h 25m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    9:35 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $333
  • KLM Cityhopper
    3h 40m
    0
    10:15 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    1:55 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from $324
  • Azman Air
    5h 50m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    11:50 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Azman Air
    Economy
    from $324
  • Norwegian Air UK
    6h 10m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    11:40 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Norwegian Air UK
    Economy
    from $177
  • Ryanair
    11h 30m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:30 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $127
  • Ryanair
    15h 50m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    2:50 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $80

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Air Dolomiti
    3h 30m
    0
    6:25 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    9:55 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $401
  • Skyscanner
    5h 35m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    6:05 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $115
  • Norwegian Air UK
    5h 45m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:15 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Norwegian Air UK
    Economy
    from $385
  • Azman Air
    5h 50m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    11:50 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Azman Air
    Economy
    from $369
  • Lufthansa
    6h 20m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    5:50 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $329
  • Skyscanner
    8h 30m
    0
    6:20 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    2:50 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $142
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    7:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    8:55 PM
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    6:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    10:45 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Air Dolomiti
    3h 15m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    9:45 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $399
  • Lufthansa
    3h 20m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    9:30 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $376
  • Azman Air
    3h 25m
    0
    2:15 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    5:40 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Azman Air
    Economy
    from $213
  • KLM Cityhopper
    4h 15m
    0
    6:10 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:25 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from $213
  • Skyscanner
    26h 45m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    8:45 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $132
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    7:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    8:55 PM
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    6:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Erlangen
    Central Station
    10:45 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • LC Perú
    16h 15m
    0
    3:20 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    7:35 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $148
  • Lauda Europe
    16h 20m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    12:10 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Lauda Europe
    Economy
    from $126
  • Ryanair
    19h 35m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    2:50 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $167
  • Skyscanner
    23h 50m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    7:55 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $95
  • Norwegian Air UK
    28h 10m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    12:10 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Norwegian Air UK
    Economy
    from $220

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Azman Air
    3h 25m
    0
    2:15 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    5:40 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Azman Air
    Economy
    from $500
  • Lufthansa
    3h 50m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:00 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $329
  • KLM Cityhopper
    4h 15m
    0
    6:10 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    10:25 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from $365
  • Skyscanner
    5h 50m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    12:40 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $187
  • Lufthansa
    6h 25m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    5:55 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $296
  • Wizz Air
    15h 40m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Nuremberg Airport
    Nuremberg Airport
    8:05 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from $177
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Erlangen to Essen

What are the most popular stations in Erlangen and Essen?

In Erlangen, you will usually depart from Bubenreuth Train Station, Paul-Gossen-Straße Train Station or Central Station, while in Essen you will be arriving at Central Station, Hafenstr. Bus Stop or Freiheit Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Essen from Erlangen? With 9 connections between 1 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Erlangen and Essen, you can pay as low as $29 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Air Dolomiti: you will get to Essen in just 3h 15m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Erlangen and Essen are Skyscanner, FlixBus and Ryanair, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Erlangen and Essen is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Langensendelbach or to Gelsenkirchen, and look at flights from Nuremberg Airport, and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Erlangen to Essen?

The most popular companies between Erlangen and Essen, are Skyscanner, FlixBus and Ryanair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Airlines: Skyscanner, Ryanair, Lufthansa and 9 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Erlangen to Essen

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Erlangen to Essen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Erlangen to Essen

How can I reach Essen from Erlangen?

Every day, there are on average 9 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Essen from Erlangen.

How far is Essen from Erlangen?

The distance between Erlangen and Essen is 218.0 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Erlangen and Essen?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 60 kgs, and a flight 86 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Erlangen to Essen?

You can get to Essen with just $29 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Essen in just 3h 15m with a Flight from Air Dolomiti.

More routes to Erlangen and to Essen

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Erlangen and to Essen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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