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How to get from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?

Planning to travel to Essen from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Essen and Frankfurt am Main, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Deutsche Bahn, HKX, ÖBB, FlixBus or ADAC PostBus), 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 Frankfurt am Main, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Essen Frankfurt am Main trip.

For your trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Essen to Frankfurt am Main

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

Essen to Frankfurt am Main train tickets

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

Carpooling Essen Frankfurt am Main

Carpooling from Essen to Frankfurt am Main is perfect if you want to travel to Frankfurt am Main in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Essen or Frankfurt am Main.

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

Essen Frankfurt am Main Travel Information

Departure city
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Frankfurt am Main
Germany
Hesse
Distance
118 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by train, bus and carpooling
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Plan your trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Deutsche Bahn, HKX, ÖBB, FlixBus or ADAC PostBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Essen and Frankfurt am Main with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Essen and Frankfurt am Main

Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
Price The price of bus tickets from Essen to Frankfurt am Main are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Frankfurt am Main (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling as well), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travelers.
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Essen and Frankfurt am Main, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Travel time Buses from Essen to Frankfurt am Main are mostly much slower than trains to Frankfurt am Main to cover the 118 mi distance of the trip.
Comfort Essen-Frankfurt am Main buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
Comfort Trains between Essen and Frankfurt am Main generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for travelers.
Environmentally friendly The Essen Frankfurt am Main train is considered a more environmentally friendly way to travel than flying or driving alone.
Flexibility Essen Frankfurt am Main train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Cost Essen Frankfurt am Main train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main.
Flexible Carpooling from Essen to Frankfurt am Main is often more flexible than other modes of transportation.
Comfort You have to share the space of the car with the other passengers during the whole trip between Essen and Frankfurt am Main.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, because of his attitude or the way he drives.

Where to start from in Essen? Where do I arrive in Frankfurt am Main?

Essen Departure Bus Stations

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Departure stations in Essen

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Essen-Steele
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Essen-Borbeck
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Essen-Borbeck Süd
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Essen-Dellwig Ost
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Essen-Holthausen
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Essen-Kupferdreh
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Essen-Überruhr
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Essen Stadtwald
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Essen Süd
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Frankfurt am Main arrival bus stations

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Frankfurt Zentral Omnibus Bahnhof (ZOB)
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Frankfurt am Main Arrival Stations

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Bus Essen Frankfurt am Main

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Essen-Frankfurt am Main bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

Buses between Essen and Frankfurt am Main 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-Frankfurt am Main varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Essen-Frankfurt am Main bus prices on Vivanoda.

Most buses between Essen and Frankfurt am Main are new and offer on-board power outlets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

Bus companies Essen Frankfurt am Main

FlixBus
FlixBus
ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
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Trains Essen Frankfurt am Main

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

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Essen to Frankfurt am Main. 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 Frankfurt am Main.

Trains between Essen and Frankfurt am Main are equipped with power outlets and free Wi-Fi for passengers. Power outlets are available in most cars, while the Wi-Fi connection may be unstable in some areas.

Train tickets from Essen to Frankfurt am Main can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Train companies between Essen and Frankfurt am Main

Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
HKX
HKX
ÖBB
ÖBB
SBB CFF FFS
SBB CFF FFS
Abellio
Abellio
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
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Carpool Essen Frankfurt am Main

The duration of a carpool trip between Essen and Frankfurt am Main also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated duration of each available carpool offer.

Carpooling is generally considered a safe option for traveling between Essen and Frankfurt am Main. However, it is important to check driver reviews and ratings before booking a trip. It is also recommended that you only share your personal details with people you trust.

It is possible to book a carpool at the last minute, but this depends on the availability of drivers and the demand for the trip. It is recommended that you book your ride in advance to guarantee your trip.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Essen to Frankfurt am Main depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Essen-Frankfurt am Main, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

Carpooling platform Essen Frankfurt am Main

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