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How to get from Ingolstadt to Essen?

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

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

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

Bus tickets from Ingolstadt to Essen

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

Ingolstadt to Essen train tickets

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

Carpooling Ingolstadt Essen

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

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

Ingolstadt Essen Travel Information

Departure city
Ingolstadt
Germany
Bavaria
Destination city
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Distance
270 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by bus, train and carpooling
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Plan your trip from Ingolstadt to Essen 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 Ingolstadt and Essen that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Abellio, FlixBus or ADAC PostBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Ingolstadt and Essen with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Ingolstadt and Essen

Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Ingolstadt to Essen?
Price The price of bus tickets from Ingolstadt to Essen are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Essen (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 Ingolstadt and Essen, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Ingolstadt-Essen buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Travel time Buses from Ingolstadt to Essen are mostly much slower than trains to Essen to cover the 270 mi distance of the trip.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Ingolstadt to Essen?
Environmentally friendly The Ingolstadt Essen train is considered a more environmentally friendly way to travel than flying or driving alone.
Landscapes Trains between Ingolstadt and Essen often provide breathtaking scenery during the journey.
Cost Ingolstadt Essen train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Ingolstadt Essen train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Ingolstadt to Essen?
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Ingolstadt to Essen.
Flexible Carpooling from Ingolstadt to Essen 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 Ingolstadt and Essen.
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 Ingolstadt? Where do I arrive in Essen?

Ingolstadt Departure Bus Stations

Ingolstadt, Hauptbahnhof
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Departure stations in Ingolstadt

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Ingolstadt Nord
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Essen arrival bus stations

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Essen Arrival Stations

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-Eiberg
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Essen-Kray Süd
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Essen-Horst
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Essen Stadtwald
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Essen Süd
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Essen-Hügel
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Bus Ingolstadt Essen

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

Buses between Ingolstadt and Essen 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.

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

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when making a reservation. Most of the time, cancelling or changing your Ingolstadt-Essen bus ticket will incur additional costs.

Bus companies Ingolstadt Essen

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ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
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Trains Ingolstadt Essen

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

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

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Ingolstadt to Essen 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 Ingolstadt to Essen. 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 Ingolstadt and Essen.

Train companies between Ingolstadt and Essen

Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
Abellio
Abellio
HKX
HKX
ÖBB
ÖBB
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Carpool Ingolstadt Essen

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

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

The duration of a carpool trip between Ingolstadt and Essen 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.

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 Ingolstadt Essen trip to discuss these issues.

Carpooling platform Ingolstadt Essen

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