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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Flights, Trains and Buses for the journey to Essen from Innsbruck. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 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
11h 35m
$46
$53
8
Train
7h 59m
$95
$118
32
Flight
4h 35m
$173
$340
9

What is the cheapest way to reach Essen from Innsbruck?

You can get to Essen with just $46 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 $50
Friday
from $46
Saturday
from $48
Sunday
from $49
Monday
from $279
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    10:50 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $50
  • FlixBus
    15h 55m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    11:40 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $53
  • FlixBus
    14h 50m
    0
    3:35 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    6:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $53
  • FlixBus
    13h 55m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    5:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $54
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    26h 55m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    2:50 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $173
  • EasyJet Airline
    22h 35m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    10:30 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $219
  • EasyJet Airline
    27h 40m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    3:35 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $239
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 5m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    8:00 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $271

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    14h 50m
    0
    3:35 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    6:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • FlixBus
    16h 55m
    0
    5:50 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    10:45 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • FlixBus
    18h 20m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    4:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • FlixBus
    17h 25m
    0
    12:20 AM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    5:45 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $47
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Austrian Airlines
    30h 35m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    2:55 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $284
  • Austrian Airlines
    26h 25m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    10:45 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $306
  • Austrian Airlines
    5h 55m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    2:15 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $326
  • Austrian Airlines
    23h 20m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    7:40 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $349

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    10:50 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $48
  • FlixBus
    13h 55m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    5:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $51
  • FlixBus
    14h 35m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    11:55 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $51
  • FlixBus
    14h 50m
    0
    3:35 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    6:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $51
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    26h 15m
    0
    12:35 PM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    2:50 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $197
  • EasyJet Airline
    7h 25m
    0
    12:35 PM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    8:00 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $262
  • Transavia Airlines
    5h 50m
    0
    4:35 PM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    10:25 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Transavia Airlines
    Economy
    from $349
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    17h 25m
    0
    5:35 PM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    11:00 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from $350

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    10:50 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $49
  • FlixBus
    14h 50m
    0
    3:35 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    6:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $54
  • FlixBus
    16h 40m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    11:40 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $61
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    6:15 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    7:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $75
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 31m
    0
    5:33 AM
    Innsbruck
    Westbahnhof
    2:04 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $95
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 29m
    0
    7:33 AM
    Innsbruck
    Westbahnhof
    4:02 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $118
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 59m
    0
    2:03 PM
    Innsbruck
    Westbahnhof
    10:02 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $118
  • Deutsche Bahn
    12h 25m
    0
    6:33 PM
    Innsbruck
    Westbahnhof
    6:58 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $140

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Austrian Airlines
    27h 45m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    12:05 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $279
  • Austrian Airlines
    12h 50m
    0
    6:50 PM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    7:40 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $337
  • Austrian Airlines
    27h 15m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    11:35 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $346
  • Austrian Airlines
    20h 0m
    0
    6:50 PM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    2:50 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $352

What are the fastest trips from Innsbruck to Essen?

You can get to Essen from Innsbruck in just 4h 35m with a Flight from Austrian Airlines. 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 5h 55m
Friday
from 5h 55m
Saturday
from 4h 35m
Sunday
from 7h 59m
Monday
from 12h 50m
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Austrian Airlines
    5h 55m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    2:15 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $326
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 5m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    8:00 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $271
  • Austrian Airlines
    14h 0m
    0
    6:50 PM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    8:50 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $533
  • EasyJet Airline
    22h 35m
    0
    11:55 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    10:30 AM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $219
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    10:50 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $50
  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    5:50 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    7:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $54
  • FlixBus
    13h 55m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    5:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $54
  • FlixBus
    14h 50m
    0
    3:35 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    6:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $53

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Austrian Airlines
    5h 55m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    2:15 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $326
  • Austrian Airlines
    8h 25m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    4:45 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $382
  • Austrian Airlines
    22h 45m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    7:05 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $382
  • Austrian Airlines
    23h 20m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    7:40 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $349
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    14h 50m
    0
    3:35 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    6:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • FlixBus
    16h 40m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    11:40 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $47
  • FlixBus
    16h 55m
    0
    5:50 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    10:45 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $46
  • FlixBus
    17h 25m
    0
    12:20 AM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    5:45 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $47

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Austrian Airlines
    4h 35m
    0
    2:35 PM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    7:10 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $549
  • Transavia Airlines
    5h 50m
    0
    4:35 PM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    10:25 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Transavia Airlines
    Economy
    from $349
  • EasyJet Airline
    7h 25m
    0
    12:35 PM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    8:00 PM
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from $262
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    17h 25m
    0
    5:35 PM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    11:00 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from $350
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    10:50 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $48
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    6:15 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    7:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $51
  • FlixBus
    13h 55m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    5:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $51
  • FlixBus
    14h 35m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    11:55 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $51

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 59m
    0
    2:03 PM
    Innsbruck
    Westbahnhof
    10:02 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $118
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 29m
    0
    7:33 AM
    Innsbruck
    Westbahnhof
    4:02 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $118
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 31m
    0
    5:33 AM
    Innsbruck
    Westbahnhof
    2:04 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $95
  • Deutsche Bahn
    12h 25m
    0
    6:33 PM
    Innsbruck
    Westbahnhof
    6:58 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $140
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    10:50 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $49
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    6:15 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    7:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $75
  • FlixBus
    13h 55m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    5:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $76
  • FlixBus
    14h 50m
    0
    3:35 PM
    Innsbruck
    Südbahnstraße
    6:25 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $54

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Austrian Airlines
    12h 50m
    0
    6:50 PM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    7:40 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $337
  • Austrian Airlines
    20h 0m
    0
    6:50 PM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    2:50 PM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $352
  • Austrian Airlines
    23h 20m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    7:40 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $384
  • Austrian Airlines
    27h 15m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Innsbruck Airport
    Innsbruck Airport
    11:35 AM
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $346
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Innsbruck to Essen

What are the most popular stations in Innsbruck and Essen?

In Innsbruck, you will usually depart from Central Station, Südbahnstraße or Westbahnhof, while in Essen you will be arriving at Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. 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 Innsbruck? With 10 connections between 2 Flight, Train 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 Innsbruck and Essen, you can pay as low as $46 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 Austrian Airlines: you will get to Essen in just 4h 35m.

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 Innsbruck and Essen are FlixBus, Austrian Airlines and EasyJet Airline, 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 Innsbruck 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 Aldrans or to Gelsenkirchen, and look at flights from Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck to Essen?

The most popular companies between Innsbruck and Essen, are FlixBus, Austrian Airlines and EasyJet Airline. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: Austrian Airlines, EasyJet Airline, Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo and 1 more.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck to Essen

How can I reach Essen from Innsbruck?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Flight, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Essen from Innsbruck.

How far is Essen from Innsbruck?

The distance between Innsbruck and Essen is 350.3 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Innsbruck 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 15 kgs of CO2, a train 20 kgs, a car 96 kgs, and a flight 139 kgs.

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

You can get to Essen with just $46 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Innsbruck 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 4h 35m with a Flight from Austrian Airlines.

More routes to Innsbruck and to Essen

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

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