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How to get from Essen to Edinburgh?

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

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (HKX, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, 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 Edinburgh, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Essen Edinburgh trip.

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

Bus tickets from Essen to Edinburgh

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

Essen to Edinburgh train tickets

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

Essen to Edinburgh cheap flights

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

Carpooling Essen Edinburgh

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

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

Essen Edinburgh Travel Information

Departure city
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Scotland
Distance
519 mi
Direct connection
There is no direct connection by any means of transportation
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Plan your trip from Essen to Edinburgh easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Essen to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like HKX, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, 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 Edinburgh with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Essen and Edinburgh

Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Essen to Edinburgh?
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Essen to Edinburgh, both direct and with a stopover, giving travelers a wide choice.
Speed Flying between Essen and Edinburgh is the fastest way to travel the 519 mi between Essen and Edinburgh.
Security Checks Travelers to Edinburgh often have to arrive at Essen airport early due to strict security checks.
Environmental disadvantages Flights from Essen to Edinburgh have a negative impact on the environment due to greenhouse gas emissions, as flying is one of the most polluting modes of transportation.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Essen to Edinburgh?
Comfort Trains between Essen and Edinburgh generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for travelers.
Speed Essen to Edinburgh trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Flexibility Essen Edinburgh train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Cost Essen Edinburgh train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Essen to Edinburgh?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Essen and Edinburgh, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
On-board services Modern buses that travel between Essen and Edinburgh are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and toilets.
Travel time Buses from Essen to Edinburgh are mostly much slower than trains to Edinburgh to cover the 519 mi distance of the trip.
Comfort Essen-Edinburgh buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Essen to Edinburgh?
Friendliness Carpooling from Essen to Edinburgh is often more pleasant and friendly than other modes of transportation, especially if you share the ride with nice people.
Flexible Carpooling from Essen to Edinburgh is often more flexible than other modes of transportation.
Reliability You have to rely on the punctuality and reliability of the driver for your Essen Edinburgh trip. He is not always on time.
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 Edinburgh?

Essen Departure Bus Stations

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Departure stations in Essen

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Essen Stadtwald
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Essen-Werden
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Edinburgh Arrival Airports

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Bus Essen Edinburgh

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

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

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

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

Bus companies Essen Edinburgh

FlixBus
FlixBus
ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
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Trains Essen Edinburgh

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

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

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Essen to Edinburgh. 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.

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

Train companies between Essen and Edinburgh

HKX
HKX
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
ÖBB
ÖBB
Thalys
Thalys
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Flights Essen Edinburgh

Airlines Essen Edinburgh

KLM
KLM
Easyjet
Easyjet
Germanwings
Germanwings
Transavia.com France
Transavia.com France
Ryanair
Ryanair
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Carpool Essen Edinburgh

Carpool drivers often have restrictions on large luggage due to the limited space in the vehicle. It is therefore recommended that you contact the driver prior to your Essen Edinburgh trip to discuss these issues.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Essen to Edinburgh 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-Edinburgh, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transportation modes between Essen and Edinburgh, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pickup locations.

The number of seats available in a carpool from Essen to Edinburgh depends on the driver and the type of vehicle being used. In general, a driver can offer between 1 and 4 seats.

Carpooling platform Essen Edinburgh

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