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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Erfurt

Bus
Average priceUS$33 - US$64Average duration9h 15m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$50 - US$222Average duration5h 17m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$22 - US$33Average duration3h 40m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Erfurt

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Erfurt. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day
3h 40mAverage duration
US$22Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Essen to Erfurt: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$61
Average bus trip duration9h 15m
Number of daily buses2.5
Earliest bus departure04:00
Distance177 miles
Latest bus departure20:30

Essen to Erfurt Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Erfurt

  1. How far is Erfurt from Essen by coach?

    The distance between Essen and Erfurt by coach is approximately 177 miles (286 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Erfurt from Essen without a car?

    You can travel to Erfurt from Essen by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Essen to Erfurt.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Essen to Erfurt, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Essen to Erfurt will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Essen to Erfurt, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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