What is the cheapest way to get from Apeldoorn to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Apeldoorn to Essen is to line 302 bus and bus which costs €15 - €22 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Apeldoorn to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Apeldoorn and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Apeldoorn station to Essen. However, there are services departing from Apeldoorn, Station - G and arriving at Essen Hbf via Arnhem Centraal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Apeldoorn and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Apeldoorn to Essen. However, there are services departing from Apeldoorn and arriving at Essen Hbf via Zutphen, Arnhem Centraal and Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Apeldoorn to Essen?

The distance between Apeldoorn and Essen is 145 km. The road distance is 129.1 km.

How do I travel from Apeldoorn to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Apeldoorn to Essen without a car is to line 302 bus and train via Duisburg Hbf which takes 2h 10m and costs €17 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Apeldoorn to Essen?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Apeldoorn to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Apeldoorn to Essen bus from?

Apeldoorn to Essen bus services, operated by RRReis, depart from Apeldoorn, Station - G.

Where do I catch the Apeldoorn to Essen train from?

Apeldoorn to Essen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Zutphen station.

Train or bus from Apeldoorn to Essen?

The best way to get from Apeldoorn to Essen is to line 302 bus and bus which takes 2h 59m and costs €15 - €22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €18 - €65 and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Apeldoorn to Essen bus arrive?

Apeldoorn to Essen bus services, operated by RRReis, arrive at Arnhem, Centraal Station - H.

Where does the Apeldoorn to Essen train arrive?

Apeldoorn to Essen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Apeldoorn to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Apeldoorn to Essen is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Apeldoorn to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Apeldoorn to Essen?

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Apeldoorn to Essen - 5 ways to travel via train, line 302 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Apeldoorn to Essen by bus, train, or car

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Line 302 bus, train via Duisburg Hbf
best
1. Take the bus from Apeldoorn, Amaliapark to Arnhem, Centraal Station - Hbus 302
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Duisburg Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 10m
€17–60
Line 302 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Apeldoorn, Station - G to Arnhem, Centraal Station - Hbus 302
2. Take the bus from Arnhem Centraal Station to Essen Hbfbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2h 59m
€16–22
Drive 129.1 km
1. Drive from Apeldoorn to Essencar 129.1 km
1h 24m
€28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Zutphen to Arnhem Centraaltrain Sprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Duisburg Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 29m
€19–65
Line 302 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Apeldoorn, Station - G to Arnhem, Centraal Station - Hbus 302
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Essen Hbftrain 77
3h 11m
€25–47

Apeldoorn to Essen by bus and train

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Distance: 144.6 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Apeldoorn, Netherlands and Essen, Germany?

You can take a bus from Apeldoorn, Station - G to Essen Hbf via Arnhem, Centraal Station - H and Arnhem Centraal Station in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Apeldoorn to Essen Hbf via Zutphen, Arnhem Centraal, and Duisburg Hbf in around 2h 29m.

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