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How to get from Kiel to Essen?

Planning to travel to Kiel 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 Kiel to Essen, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Kiel 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, HKX, FlixTrain, 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 Kiel to Essen, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Kiel Essen trip.

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

Bus tickets from Kiel to Essen

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

Kiel to Essen train tickets

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

Carpooling Kiel Essen

Carpooling from Kiel 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 Kiel or Essen.

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

Kiel Essen Travel Information

Departure city
Kiel
Germany
Schleswig-Holstein
Destination city
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Distance
237 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by carpooling, bus and train
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Plan your trip from Kiel to Essen easily with Vivanoda

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

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Kiel and Essen

Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Kiel to Essen?
Economical A carpool from Kiel to Essen is often the most economical way to travel.
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Kiel to Essen.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool between Kiel and Essen can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.
Comfort You have to share the space of the car with the other passengers during the whole trip between Kiel and Essen.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Kiel to Essen?
On-board services Modern buses that travel between Kiel and Essen are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and toilets.
Price The price of bus tickets from Kiel 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.
Comfort Kiel-Essen buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Travel time Buses from Kiel to Essen are mostly much slower than trains to Essen to cover the 237 mi distance of the trip.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Kiel to Essen?
Accessibility The train stations in Kiel or Essen are located in the city center, making it easy to access other means of transportation to get to the city center.
Comfort Trains between Kiel and Essen generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for travelers.
Cost Kiel Essen train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Kiel Essen train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.

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

Kiel Departure Bus Stations

Kiel - Zentral Omnibus Bahnhof (ZOB)
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Departure stations in Kiel

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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-Altenessen
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Essen-Eiberg
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Bus Kiel Essen

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

The frequency of departures to Kiel 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.

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Kiel-Essen 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.

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

Bus companies Kiel Essen

FlixBus
FlixBus
ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
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Trains Kiel Essen

Trains between Kiel and Essen 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.

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Kiel 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.

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

The average train journey time from Kiel to Essen depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Essen are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

Train companies between Kiel and Essen

Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
HKX
HKX
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
EuroBahn
EuroBahn
ÖBB
ÖBB
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Carpool Kiel Essen

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

Carpooling is generally considered a safe option for traveling between Kiel and Essen. 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.

The duration of a carpool trip between Kiel 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 Kiel Essen trip to discuss these issues.

Carpooling platform Kiel Essen

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