How to get from Essen to Emden

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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Buses and Carpool to Emden from Essen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
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Travel time
Cheapest price
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Daily departures
Train
3h 48m
£25
£36
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What is the cheapest way to reach Emden from Essen?

You can reach Emden with just £25 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from £25
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 48m
    0
    08:02
    Essen
    Central Station
    11:50
    Emden
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 52m
    0
    10:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    13:52
    Emden
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £36
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 40m
    0
    03:46
    Essen
    Central Station
    09:26
    Emden
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £42
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 34m
    0
    04:52
    Essen
    Central Station
    09:26
    Emden
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £42

What are the fastest trips from Essen to Emden?

You can get to Emden from Essen in just 3h 48m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from 3h 48m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 48m
    0
    08:02
    Essen
    Central Station
    11:50
    Emden
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 52m
    0
    10:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    13:52
    Emden
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £36
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 34m
    0
    04:52
    Essen
    Central Station
    09:26
    Emden
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £42
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 40m
    0
    03:46
    Essen
    Central Station
    09:26
    Emden
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £42
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Essen to Emden

What are the most popular stations in Essen and Emden?

In Essen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, while in Emden you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Außenhafen Train Station or Rathaus 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 Emden from Essen? With 5 connections between 2 Train, Bus and Carpool 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 Essen and Emden, you can pay as low as £25 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

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 Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Emden in just 3h 48m.

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 Essen and Emden are Deutsche Bahn, 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 Essen and Emden 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 Gelsenkirchen or to Hinte, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at Groningen Airport Eelde. 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 Essen to Emden?

The most popular companies between Essen and Emden, are Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

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

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

FAQs about the trip from Essen to Emden

How can I reach Emden from Essen?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Emden from Essen.

How far is Emden from Essen?

The distance between Essen and Emden is 212.1 km.

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

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 6 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 36 kgs, and a flight 52 kgs.

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

You can get to Emden with just £25 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

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

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 Emden in just 3h 48m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Essen and to Emden

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