What is the cheapest way to get from Bergisch Gladbach to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Bergisch Gladbach to Essen is to drive which costs €9 - €15 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bergisch Gladbach to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Bergisch Gladbach to Essen is to drive which takes 46 min and costs €9 - €15.

Is there a direct train between Bergisch Gladbach and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Bergisch Gladbach to Essen. However, there are services departing from Bergisch Gladbach and arriving at Essen Hbf via Koeln-Muelheim and Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Bergisch Gladbach to Essen?

The distance between Bergisch Gladbach and Essen is 87 km. The road distance is 67.1 km.

How do I travel from Bergisch Gladbach to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Bergisch Gladbach to Essen without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bergisch Gladbach to Essen?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Bergisch Gladbach to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bergisch Gladbach to Essen train from?

Bergisch Gladbach to Essen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln-Muelheim station.

Where does the Bergisch Gladbach to Essen train arrive?

Bergisch Gladbach to Essen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bergisch Gladbach to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bergisch Gladbach to Essen is 67 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Bergisch Gladbach to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Bergisch Gladbach to Essen?

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Bergisch Gladbach to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Bergisch Gladbach to Essen by train, car, taxi, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Koeln-Muelheim to Duisburg Hbftrain Re
1h 21m
Drive 67.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bergisch Gladbach to Essencar 67.1 km
46 min
€10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bergisch Gladbach to Essentaxi 67.1 km
46 min
€190–240
Line 227 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bergisch Gladbach Arbeitsagentur to Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bfbus 227
2. Take the train from Leverkusen Mitte to Essen Hbftrain Re
2h 1m

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Distance: 87.2 km
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Bergisch Gladbach, Germany and Essen, Germany?

National Express operates a train from Koeln-Muelheim to Duisburg Hbf every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 37 min.

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