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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Essen from Kempten. Look at different modes of transportation, search 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
14h 0m
£38
£44
1
Flight
5h 35m
£63
£189
14

What is the cheapest way to reach Essen from Kempten?

You can reach Essen with just £38 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £124
Saturday
from £108
Sunday
from £54
Monday
from £63
Tuesday
from £38
Wednesday
Thursday
from £40

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Wizz Air
    19h 0m
    0
    14:20
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    09:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £124
  • LC Perú
    17h 25m
    0
    15:05
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £138
  • Wizz Air
    22h 35m
    0
    17:25
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    16:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £141
  • LC Perú
    21h 5m
    0
    18:05
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    15:10
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £191
  • Ryanair
    18h 45m
    0
    19:50
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    14:35
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £393

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Eurowings
    28h 15m
    0
    17:35
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    21:50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £108
  • Buzz
    7h 40m
    0
    08:20
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    16:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £120
  • LC Perú
    17h 15m
    0
    15:15
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £146
  • Wizz Air
    25h 25m
    0
    13:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    14:55
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £189
  • Alba Star
    23h 0m
    0
    12:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    11:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Alba Star
    Economy
    from £329
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    17h 40m
    0
    17:50
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    11:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £387

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    14h 0m
    0
    16:25
    Kempten
    Bus Stop
    06:25
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £54
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • LC Perú
    26h 15m
    0
    10:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    12:45
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £82
  • LC Perú
    21h 5m
    0
    18:05
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    15:10
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £86
  • Wizz Air
    23h 40m
    0
    08:55
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:35
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £146
  • Wizz Air
    18h 40m
    0
    13:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:10
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £163
  • Ryanair
    10h 5m
    0
    08:40
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    18:45
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £426

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Wizz Air
    17h 25m
    0
    15:55
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    09:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £63
  • LC Perú
    17h 25m
    0
    15:05
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £90
  • LC Perú
    14h 25m
    0
    18:05
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £90
  • Eurowings
    8h 10m
    0
    13:55
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    22:05
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £102
  • Wizz Air
    26h 20m
    0
    13:40
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    16:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £106
  • Eurowings
    6h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    12:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £141

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    17h 35m
    0
    12:50
    Kempten
    Bus Stop
    06:25
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • LC Perú
    17h 15m
    0
    15:15
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £90
  • Wizz Air
    18h 40m
    0
    13:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:10
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £119
  • Eurowings
    7h 40m
    0
    14:25
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    22:05
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £142
  • Eurowings
    24h 55m
    0
    10:45
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    11:40
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £142
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    7h 15m
    0
    10:55
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    18:10
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £253
  • VVB Aviation Malta
    24h 5m
    0
    20:25
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    20:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    VVB Aviation Malta
    Economy
    from £292

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    14h 0m
    0
    16:25
    Kempten
    Bus Stop
    06:25
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Wizz Air
    18h 0m
    0
    14:35
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:35
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £106
  • LC Perú
    18h 15m
    0
    14:15
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £108
  • LC Perú
    14h 5m
    0
    17:50
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    07:55
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £110
  • LC Perú
    8h 5m
    0
    14:15
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    22:20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £155
  • LC Perú
    6h 40m
    0
    14:40
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    21:20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £173
  • Skyscanner
    6h 35m
    0
    06:05
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    12:40
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £202

What are the fastest trips from Kempten to Essen?

You can get to Essen from Kempten in just 5h 35m with a Flight from Alba Star. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 17h 25m
Saturday
from 5h 35m
Sunday
from 10h 5m
Monday
from 6h 5m
Tuesday
from 6h 15m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 5h 50m

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • LC Perú
    17h 25m
    0
    15:05
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £138
  • Ryanair
    18h 45m
    0
    19:50
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    14:35
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £393
  • Wizz Air
    19h 0m
    0
    14:20
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    09:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £124
  • LC Perú
    21h 5m
    0
    18:05
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    15:10
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £191
  • Wizz Air
    22h 35m
    0
    17:25
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    16:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £141

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Alba Star
    5h 35m
    0
    12:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    18:05
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Alba Star
    Economy
    from £440
  • Buzz
    7h 40m
    0
    08:20
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    16:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £120
  • LC Perú
    17h 15m
    0
    15:15
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £146
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    17h 40m
    0
    17:50
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    11:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £387
  • Alba Star
    23h 0m
    0
    12:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    11:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Alba Star
    Economy
    from £329
  • Wizz Air
    25h 25m
    0
    13:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    14:55
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £189

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    10h 5m
    0
    08:40
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    18:45
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £426
  • Wizz Air
    18h 40m
    0
    13:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:10
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £163
  • LC Perú
    21h 5m
    0
    18:05
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    15:10
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £86
  • Wizz Air
    23h 40m
    0
    08:55
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:35
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £146
  • LC Perú
    26h 15m
    0
    10:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    12:45
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £82
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    14h 0m
    0
    16:25
    Kempten
    Bus Stop
    06:25
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £54

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Wizz Air
    6h 5m
    0
    15:55
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    22:00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £164
  • Eurowings
    6h 55m
    0
    06:00
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    12:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £141
  • Eurowings
    8h 10m
    0
    13:55
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    22:05
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £102
  • LC Perú
    14h 25m
    0
    18:05
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £90
  • Wizz Air
    17h 25m
    0
    15:55
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    09:20
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £63
  • LC Perú
    17h 25m
    0
    15:05
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £90

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    6h 15m
    0
    10:55
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    17:10
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £303
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    7h 15m
    0
    10:55
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    18:10
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £253
  • Eurowings
    7h 40m
    0
    14:25
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    22:05
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £142
  • LC Perú
    17h 15m
    0
    15:15
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £90
  • Wizz Air
    18h 40m
    0
    13:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    08:10
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £119
  • VVB Aviation Malta
    24h 5m
    0
    20:25
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    20:30
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    VVB Aviation Malta
    Economy
    from £292
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    17h 35m
    0
    12:50
    Kempten
    Bus Stop
    06:25
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    5h 50m
    0
    11:05
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    16:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £309
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    6h 5m
    0
    11:05
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    17:10
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £280
  • Wizz Air
    6h 30m
    0
    09:30
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    16:00
    Dortmund Airport
    Dortmund Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £270
  • Skyscanner
    6h 35m
    0
    06:05
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    12:40
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £202
  • LC Perú
    6h 40m
    0
    14:40
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    21:20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £173
  • LC Perú
    8h 5m
    0
    14:15
    Memmingen Airport
    Memmingen Airport
    22:20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £155
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    14h 0m
    0
    16:25
    Kempten
    Bus Stop
    06:25
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Kempten to Essen

What are the most popular stations in Kempten and Essen?

In Kempten, you will usually depart from Bus Stop, Central Station or St Mang Train Station, 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 Kempten? With 7 connections between 1 Bus and Flight 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 Kempten and Essen, you can pay as low as £38 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 Alba Star: you will get to Essen in just 5h 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 Kempten and Essen are LC Perú, Wizz Air and Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo, 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 Kempten 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 Durach or to Gelsenkirchen, and look at flights from Memmingen 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 Kempten to Essen?

The most popular companies between Kempten and Essen, are LC Perú, Wizz Air and Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Airlines: LC Perú, Wizz Air, Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo and 6 more.

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

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

How can I reach Essen from Kempten?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Essen from Kempten.

How far is Essen from Kempten?

The distance between Kempten and Essen is 477.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Kempten 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 13 kgs of CO2, a train 17 kgs, a car 81 kgs, and a flight 118 kgs.

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

You can get to Essen with just £38 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Kempten 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 5h 35m with a Flight from Alba Star.

More routes to Kempten and to Essen

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

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