How to travel from Essen to Stockholm

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Essen to Stockholm

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Essen to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $124 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $124, while a flight costs an average of $145.

Distance: 694 miles (1117 km)

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$145

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$124

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4h 27m

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2h 27m

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14h 42m

Average total duration

14h 12m

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30m

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3.3 - 6.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.3 - 1.0kg

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from Essen to Stockholm

How to get from Essen to Stockholm by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Essen to Stockholm is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    2:15 PM25h15
    Essen
    3:30 PMStockholm
    $1381One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    2:15 PM25h15
    Essen
    3:30 PMStockholm
    $1381One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    7:56 AM22h09
    Essen
    6:05 AMStockholm
    $2181One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    11:55 AM28h35
    Essen
    4:30 PMStockholm
    $1391One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Essen to Stockholm

Travel to Stockholm easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Essen to Stockholm.

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There are 3 options to travel between Essen and Stockholm including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Essen to Stockholm is a train with an average price of $124.

This is compared to other travel options from Essen to Stockholm:

A train is $10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Essen to Stockholm costing on average $133.

A train is $21 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to Stockholm costing on average $145.

The fastest way to travel from Essen to Stockholm is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 42m.

Bus takes on average 26h 40m.

The distance from Essen to Stockholm is approximately 694 miles (1117 km).
The average frequency per day from Essen to Stockholm is:
  • Around 63 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Essen and Stockholm as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Essen to Stockholm:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Stockholm Arlanda Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Essen Hbf and arrive in Stockholm Central Station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Stockholm, Cityterminalen.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Essen to Stockholm, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Malta Air, Eurowings, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, Sas Airways, Smartwings to go to Stockholm by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, SJ, Snälltåget, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Stockholm by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Essen to Stockholm:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Smartwings.
Omio customers who travel from Essen to Stockholm often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, Oslo, Gothenburg, Malmö, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Stockholm and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Stockholm to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Stockholm, you can visit Fotografiska to enjoy contemporary photography and a rooftop café. Explore Södermalm for its vibrant arts scene and eclectic shops. Take a boat tour through the Stockholm Archipelago for stunning island views. Relax in the Royal National City Park or enjoy a traditional Swedish fika at a local café. Discover historic Gamla Stan with its medieval architecture, and see the Vasa Museum's 17th-century warship. Skansen offers insights into Swedish history and wildlife, while the Stockholm Palace showcases opulent royal rooms. For music fans, ABBA The Museum provides an interactive experience dedicated to the iconic pop group.
Typically, 3 to 4 days are sufficient to explore Stockholm's main attractions, including the Vasa Museum, Gamla Stan, and Skansen, while allowing time for boat tours and enjoying the city's vibrant culinary scene.

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