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How to get from Essen to Athens?

Planning to travel to Essen from Athens and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Essen to Athens, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Essen and Athens, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Deutsche Bahn, HKX, FlixTrain, Blablabus or FlixBus), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Essen to Athens, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Essen Athens trip.

For your trip from Essen to Athens, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Essen to Athens

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Essen to Athens, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Essen to Athens train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Essen Athens train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Essen to Athens cheap flights

Many flights connect Essen to Athens every day, offering a fast and convenient option for travelers. If you are in a hurry, flying is the fastest way to get to Athens in record time.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Essen to Athens transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Essen Athens Travel Information

Departure city
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Athens
Greece
Attica
Distance
1235 mi
Direct connection
There is no direct connection by any means of transportation
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Plan your trip from Essen to Athens easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Essen to Athens easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Essen and Athens that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Deutsche Bahn, HKX, FlixTrain, Blablabus or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Essen and Athens with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Essen and Athens

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Essen to Athens?
Comfort Trains between Essen and Athens generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for travelers.
Environmentally friendly The Essen Athens train is considered a more environmentally friendly way to travel than flying or driving alone.
Cost Essen Athens train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Essen Athens train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Essen to Athens?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Essen and Athens, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Price The price of bus tickets from Essen to Athens are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Athens (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling as well), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travelers.
Comfort Essen-Athens buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Travel time Buses from Essen to Athens are mostly much slower than trains to Athens to cover the 1235 mi distance of the trip.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Essen to Athens?
Speed Flying between Essen and Athens is the fastest way to travel the 1235 mi between Essen and Athens.
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Essen to Athens, both direct and with a stopover, giving travelers a wide choice.
Security Checks Travelers to Athens often have to arrive at Essen airport early due to strict security checks.
Prices Airline tickets from Essen to Athens can be more expensive than train or bus tickets, especially during busy periods (vacations, weekends, etc.).

Where to start from in Essen? Where do I arrive in Athens?

Essen Departure Bus Stations

Essen
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Essen
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Departure stations in Essen

Essen Hbf
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Essen West
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Essen-Frohnhausen
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Essen-Steele
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Essen-Steele Ost
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Essen Stadtwald
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Essen Süd
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Essen-Altenessen
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Essen-Eiberg
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Essen-Hügel
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Essen-Werden
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Athens Arrival Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos International
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Bus Essen Athens

Most carriers allow you to book seats online for an Essen-Athens bus. There is often a charge for this service.

Buses between Essen and Athens usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway service stations are provided.

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Essen-Athens varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Essen-Athens bus prices on Vivanoda.

The frequency of departures to Essen from Athens varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Athens, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

Bus companies Essen Athens

Blablabus
Blablabus
FlixBus
FlixBus
ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
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Trains Essen Athens

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Essen to Athens. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Essen to Athens. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Essen and Athens.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Essen to Athens at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

To get the best train fares between Essen and Athens, it is recommended to book in advance, be flexible with time schedules and compare train fares with Vivanoda.

Train companies between Essen and Athens

Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
HKX
HKX
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
ÖBB
ÖBB
EuroBahn
EuroBahn
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Flights Essen Athens

Airlines Essen Athens

Aegean Airlines
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Lufthansa
Lufthansa
Air China International
Air China International
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Austrian Airlines
Niki Airlines
Niki Airlines
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