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Compare train for Greifswald to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greifswald to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $141 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $141, while a train costs an average of $141.
Distance: 322 miles (519 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$141 Average price Cheapest | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 45m Average total duration Fastest 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around $141 compared to roughly $113 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-28.44. The journey takes 7h 15m versus 6h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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FAQs: Travel from Greifswald to Essen
Travel to Essen 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 Greifswald to Essen.
- Around 4 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Greifswald and Essen as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Greifswald station and arrive in Essen Hbf.
- Buses mostly depart from Greifswald, Bahnhofsplatz and arrive in Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof).
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Essen by train.
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