What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen to Essen Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Essen Hbf is to rideshare which costs €5 - €10 and takes 1h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen to Essen Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Essen Hbf is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aachen station west station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aachen Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Aachen to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Aachen and Essen Hbf is 152 km. The road distance is 111.9 km.

How do I travel from Aachen to Essen Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen to Essen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs €26 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Aachen to Essen Hbf?

The train from Aachen Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 1h 59m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Essen Hbf bus from?

Aachen to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Aachen station west.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Essen Hbf train from?

Aachen to Essen Hbf train services, operated by National Express, depart from Aachen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Aachen to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Aachen to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs €26 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €25 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Aachen to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

Aachen to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Aachen to Essen Hbf train arrive?

Aachen to Essen Hbf train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Essen Hbf is 112 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Aachen to Essen Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen to Essen Hbf?

Book your Aachen to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Aachen to Essen Hbf?

Book your Aachen to Essen Hbf bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 2771+ hotels available in Essen Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Aachen to Essen Hbf?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Aachen and Essen Hbf. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Aachen to Essen Hbf - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 4 ways to get from Aachen to Essen Hbf by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
1h 59m
€26–120
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Aachen to Essenrideshare 112.2 km
1h 46m
€5–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen station west to Essen central train stationbus FlixBus N1153 / ...
3h 5m
€15–25
Drive 111.9 km
1. Drive from Aachen to Essen Hbfcar 111.9 km
1h 9m
€16–24

Aachen to Essen Hbf by train

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Distance: 152 km
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Essen Hbf, Germany?

National Express operates a train from Aachen Hbf to Essen Hbf every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 59m. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Aachen station west to Essen central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €15–25 and the journey takes 3h 5m. OrionBus also services this route once daily.

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