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

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Daily departures
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4h 11m
£23
£48
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What is the cheapest way to reach Essen from Groningen?

You can reach Essen with just £23 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.

Saturday
from £23
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £56
Thursday
Friday
from £35

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 35m
    0
    19:32
    Groningen
    Central Station
    00:07
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 32m
    0
    19:35
    Groningen
    Europapark Station
    00:07
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 11m
    0
    13:32
    Groningen
    Central Station
    17:43
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £51

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 26m
    0
    01:48
    Groningen
    North Station
    10:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 53m
    0
    06:21
    Groningen
    North Station
    11:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 53m
    0
    07:21
    Groningen
    North Station
    12:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 53m
    0
    08:21
    Groningen
    North Station
    13:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 53m
    0
    09:21
    Groningen
    North Station
    14:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 57m
    0
    19:05
    Groningen
    Europapark Station
    01:02
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £35
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 39m
    0
    05:35
    Groningen
    Europapark Station
    10:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 39m
    0
    06:35
    Groningen
    Europapark Station
    11:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 39m
    0
    07:35
    Groningen
    Europapark Station
    12:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56

What are the fastest trips from Groningen to Essen?

You can get to Essen from Groningen in just 4h 11m 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.

Saturday
from 4h 11m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 4h 53m
Thursday
Friday
from 4h 39m

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 11m
    0
    13:32
    Groningen
    Central Station
    17:43
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £51
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 32m
    0
    19:35
    Groningen
    Europapark Station
    00:07
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 35m
    0
    19:32
    Groningen
    Central Station
    00:07
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £23

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 53m
    0
    06:21
    Groningen
    North Station
    11:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 53m
    0
    07:21
    Groningen
    North Station
    12:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 53m
    0
    08:21
    Groningen
    North Station
    13:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 53m
    0
    09:21
    Groningen
    North Station
    14:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 26m
    0
    01:48
    Groningen
    North Station
    10:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 39m
    0
    05:35
    Groningen
    Europapark Station
    10:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 39m
    0
    06:35
    Groningen
    Europapark Station
    11:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 39m
    0
    07:35
    Groningen
    Europapark Station
    12:14
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 57m
    0
    19:05
    Groningen
    Europapark Station
    01:02
    Essen
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £35
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Groningen to Essen

What are the most popular stations in Groningen and Essen?

In Groningen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Europapark Station or Bus Stop, while in Essen you will be arriving at Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, 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 Essen from Groningen? With 5 connections between 1 Train 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 Groningen and Essen, you can pay as low as £23 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 Essen in just 4h 11m.

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 Groningen and Essen are Deutsche Bahn, 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 Groningen and Essen 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 Haren or to Gelsenkirchen, and look at flights from Groningen Airport Eelde, and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. 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 Groningen to Essen?

The most popular companies between Groningen and Essen, are Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Groningen to Essen

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Groningen to Essen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Groningen to Essen

How can I reach Essen from Groningen?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, with which you can get to Essen from Groningen.

How far is Essen from Groningen?

The distance between Groningen and Essen is 198.4 km.

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

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 34 kgs, and a flight 49 kgs.

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

You can get to Essen with just £23 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

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

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 Essen in just 4h 11m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Groningen and to Essen

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