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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Trains for the journey to Essen from Kiel. 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 Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
7h 15m
$28
$31
2
Train
4h 38m
$31
$38
42

What is the cheapest way to reach Essen from Kiel?

You can get to Essen with just $28 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.

Wednesday
from $30
Thursday
Friday
from $30
Saturday
from $28
Sunday
Monday
from $28
Tuesday

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    5:15 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    2:30 AM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    11:55 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    5:15 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    2:30 AM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    11:55 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    5:15 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34

    • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 2m
    0
    1:05 AM
    Kiel
    Central Station
    8:07 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 30m
    0
    1:05 AM
    Kiel
    Central Station
    8:35 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 38m
    0
    6:23 AM
    Kiel
    Central Station
    11:01 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $52

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    2:30 AM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    11:55 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    5:15 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30

What are the fastest trips from Kiel to Essen?

You can get to Essen from Kiel in just 4h 38m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. 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.

Wednesday
from 7h 15m
Thursday
Friday
from 7h 15m
Saturday
from 4h 38m
Sunday
Monday
from 7h 15m
Tuesday

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    5:15 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    5:15 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    2:30 AM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    11:55 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 38m
    0
    6:23 AM
    Kiel
    Central Station
    11:01 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $52
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 2m
    0
    1:05 AM
    Kiel
    Central Station
    8:07 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 30m
    0
    1:05 AM
    Kiel
    Central Station
    8:35 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31

    • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    5:15 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    2:30 AM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    11:55 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    5:15 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    9h 25m
    0
    2:30 AM
    Kiel
    Central Bus Station
    11:55 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Kiel to Essen

What are the most popular stations in Kiel and Essen?

In Kiel, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Norwegenkai Bus Stop or Schwedenkai Bus Stop, 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 Kiel? With 3 connections between 2 Bus and Train 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 Kiel and Essen, you can pay as low as $28 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 Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Essen in just 4h 38m.

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 Kiel and Essen are FlixBus and 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 Kiel 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 Kronshagen or to Gelsenkirchen, and look at flights from , 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 Kiel to Essen?

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

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

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

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

How can I reach Essen from Kiel?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Essen from Kiel.

How far is Essen from Kiel?

The distance between Kiel and Essen is 236.8 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Kiel 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 10 kgs of CO2, a train 13 kgs, a car 65 kgs, and a flight 94 kgs.

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

You can get to Essen with just $28 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Kiel 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 38m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Kiel and to Essen

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