How to get from Essen to Augsburg

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What is the best way to travel from Essen to Augsburg?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Augsburg from Essen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
10h 0m
£36
£42
4
Train
5h 23m
£24
£29
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What is the cheapest way to reach Augsburg from Essen?

You can reach Augsburg with just £24 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
Friday
from £24
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £24

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 59m
    0
    19:39
    Essen
    Central Station
    01:38
    Augsburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 30m
    0
    23:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    05:30
    Augsburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 37m
    0
    03:09
    Essen
    Central Station
    08:46
    Augsburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £42
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    13h 25m
    0
    09:05
    Essen
    Central Station
    22:30
    Augsburg
    Oberhausen Nord P+R Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36
  • FlixBus
    12h 50m
    0
    08:45
    Essen
    Central Station
    21:35
    Augsburg
    Oberhausen Nord P+R Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • FlixBus
    10h 0m
    0
    20:30
    Essen
    Central Station
    06:30
    Augsburg
    Oberhausen Nord P+R Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    14h 0m
    0
    06:20
    Essen
    Central Station
    20:20
    Augsburg
    Oberhausen Nord P+R Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £51

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 23m
    0
    04:30
    Essen
    Central Station
    09:53
    Augsburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 30m
    0
    23:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    05:30
    Augsburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 45m
    0
    21:13
    Essen
    Central Station
    06:58
    Augsburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £32
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 53m
    0
    17:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    23:53
    Augsburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33

What are the fastest trips from Essen to Augsburg?

You can get to Augsburg from Essen in just 5h 23m 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.

Thursday
Friday
from 5h 37m
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 5h 23m

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 37m
    0
    03:09
    Essen
    Central Station
    08:46
    Augsburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £42
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 59m
    0
    19:39
    Essen
    Central Station
    01:38
    Augsburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 30m
    0
    23:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    05:30
    Augsburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    10h 0m
    0
    20:30
    Essen
    Central Station
    06:30
    Augsburg
    Oberhausen Nord P+R Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    12h 50m
    0
    08:45
    Essen
    Central Station
    21:35
    Augsburg
    Oberhausen Nord P+R Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • FlixBus
    13h 25m
    0
    09:05
    Essen
    Central Station
    22:30
    Augsburg
    Oberhausen Nord P+R Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36
  • FlixBus
    14h 0m
    0
    06:20
    Essen
    Central Station
    20:20
    Augsburg
    Oberhausen Nord P+R Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £51

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 23m
    0
    04:30
    Essen
    Central Station
    09:53
    Augsburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 30m
    0
    23:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    05:30
    Augsburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 53m
    0
    17:00
    Essen
    Central Station
    23:53
    Augsburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 45m
    0
    21:13
    Essen
    Central Station
    06:58
    Augsburg
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £32
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Essen to Augsburg

What are the most popular stations in Essen and Augsburg?

In Essen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, while in Augsburg you will be arriving at P+R-Platz Bus Stop, Central Station or Oberhausen Nord P+R 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 Augsburg from Essen? With 7 connections between 2 Train and Bus 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 Augsburg, you can pay as low as £24 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

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 Augsburg in just 5h 23m.

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 Augsburg are 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 Augsburg 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 Neusaess, 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 Augsburg?

The most popular companies between Essen and Augsburg, are 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 Augsburg

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Essen to Augsburg. 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 Augsburg

How can I reach Augsburg from Essen?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Augsburg from Essen.

How far is Augsburg from Essen?

The distance between Essen and Augsburg is 441.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Essen and Augsburg?

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 12 kgs of CO2, a train 15 kgs, a car 75 kgs, and a flight 109 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Essen to Augsburg?

You can get to Augsburg with just £24 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Augsburg?

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 Augsburg in just 5h 23m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Essen and to Augsburg

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Essen and to Augsburg. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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