What is the best way to travel from Essen to Frankfurt am Main Airport?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Buses and Carpool to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Essen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Frankfurt am Main Airport from Essen?
You can reach Frankfurt am Main Airport with just £15 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Deutsche Bahn1h 49m021:00EssenCentral Station22:49Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 16/12/2025 21:00:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 16/12/2025 22:49:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 49m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 53m023:00EssenCentral Station00:53Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 16/12/2025 23:00:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 17/12/2025 00:53:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 53m
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Deutsche Bahn4h 26m002:08EssenCentral Station06:34Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 16/12/2025 02:08:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 16/12/2025 06:34:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 26m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 1m008:59EssenCentral Station12:00Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 16/12/2025 08:59:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 16/12/2025 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 1m
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FlixBus5h 0m004:15EssenCentral Station09:15Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 04:15:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 09:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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FlixBus4h 15m006:20EssenCentral Station10:35Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 06:20:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 10:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
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FlixBus4h 45m008:45EssenCentral Station13:30Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 08:45:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 13:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
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FlixBus4h 45m013:15EssenCentral Station18:00Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 13:15:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 18:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
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BlaBlaCar3h 0m009:20Essen12:20Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 09:20:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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BlaBlaCar2h 20m012:00Essen14:20Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 12:00:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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BlaBlaCar2h 40m004:30Essen07:10Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 04:30:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
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BlaBlaCar2h 40m010:00Essen12:40Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 10:00:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
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BlaBlaCar2h 20m016:00Essen18:20Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 19/12/2025 16:00:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 18:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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BlaBlaCar3h 0m019:20Essen22:20Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 19/12/2025 19:20:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 22:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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BlaBlaCar2h 20m014:00Essen16:20Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 19/12/2025 14:00:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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BlaBlaCar3h 30m018:20Essen21:50Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 19/12/2025 18:20:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
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What are the fastest trips from Essen to Frankfurt am Main Airport?
You can get to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Essen in just 1h 49m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Deutsche Bahn1h 49m021:00EssenCentral Station22:49Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 16/12/2025 21:00:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 16/12/2025 22:49:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 49m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 53m023:00EssenCentral Station00:53Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 16/12/2025 23:00:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 17/12/2025 00:53:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 53m
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Deutsche Bahn2h 9m004:30EssenCentral Station06:39Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 16/12/2025 04:30:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 16/12/2025 06:39:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 9m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 1m008:59EssenCentral Station12:00Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 16/12/2025 08:59:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 16/12/2025 12:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 1m
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BlaBlaCar2h 20m012:00Essen14:20Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 12:00:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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BlaBlaCar2h 40m004:30Essen07:10Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 04:30:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
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BlaBlaCar2h 40m010:00Essen12:40Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 10:00:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
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BlaBlaCar3h 0m009:20Essen12:20Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 09:20:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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FlixBus4h 15m006:20EssenCentral Station10:35Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 06:20:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 10:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
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FlixBus4h 45m008:45EssenCentral Station13:30Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 08:45:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 13:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
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FlixBus4h 45m013:15EssenCentral Station18:00Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 13:15:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 18:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
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FlixBus5h 0m004:15EssenCentral Station09:15Frankfurt am Main AirportFrankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 18/12/2025 04:15:00 to Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 18/12/2025 09:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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BlaBlaCar2h 20m016:00Essen18:20Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 19/12/2025 16:00:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 18:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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BlaBlaCar2h 20m014:00Essen16:20Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 19/12/2025 14:00:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
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BlaBlaCar2h 50m017:20Essen20:10Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 19/12/2025 17:20:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
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BlaBlaCar3h 0m019:20Essen22:20Frankfurt am Main Airport0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 19/12/2025 19:20:00 to , Frankfurt am Main Airport (Germany) arriving at 19/12/2025 22:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Bus from Essen to Frankfurt am Main Airport
What are the most popular stations in Essen and Frankfurt am Main Airport?
In Essen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, while in Frankfurt am Main Airport you will be arriving at Frankfurt am Main Airport or Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Essen? With 6 connections between 3 Train, Bus and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Essen and Frankfurt am Main Airport, you can pay as low as £15 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Frankfurt am Main Airport in just 1h 49m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Essen and Frankfurt am Main Airport are BlaBlaCar, Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Essen and Frankfurt am Main Airport is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gelsenkirchen or to Kelsterbach, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main Airport?
The most popular companies between Essen and Frankfurt am Main Airport, are BlaBlaCar, Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Essen to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Essen to Frankfurt am Main Airport. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main Airport
How can I reach Frankfurt am Main Airport from Essen?
Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Train, Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Essen.
How far is Frankfurt am Main Airport from Essen?
The distance between Essen and Frankfurt am Main Airport is 191.7 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Essen and Frankfurt am Main Airport?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 33 kgs, and a flight 47 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Essen to Frankfurt am Main Airport?
You can get to Frankfurt am Main Airport with just £15 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Frankfurt am Main Airport?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Frankfurt am Main Airport in just 1h 49m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Essen and to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Essen and to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to Essen
- Amsterdam to Essen
- Berlin to Essen
- Brussels to Essen
- Cologne/Bonn Airport to Essen
- Dusseldorf to Essen
- Frankfurt am Main to Essen
- Gdańsk to Essen
- Hamburg to Essen
- Karlsruhe to Essen
- Kolobrzeg to Essen
- Liege to Essen
- Lodz to Essen
- Munich to Essen
- Nuremberg to Essen
- Oldenburg to Essen
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Essen
- Paris to Essen
- Rotterdam to Essen
- Szczecin to Essen
- Vienna to Essen
- Warsaw to Essen
- Trips to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Bonn to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Cologne/Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Dusseldorf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Frankfurt am Main to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Frankfurt Hahn Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Freiburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Giessen to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Heidelberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Heilbronn to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Homburg (Saarland) to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Kaiserslautern to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Karlsruhe to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Leipzig to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Limburg an der Lahn to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Mainz to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Mannheim to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Nuremberg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Saarbruecken to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Simmern (Hunsrück) to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Strasbourg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Stuttgart to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Trier to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Wuerzburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport

