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

The cheapest way to get from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf is to bus which costs €11 - €29 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs €24 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Bielefeld Hbf and Essen Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Bielefeld Hbf and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bielefeld Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Bielefeld Hbf and Essen Hbf is 131 km. The road distance is 141.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs €24 - €110.

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

The train from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, depart from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof station.

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

Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bielefeld Hbf station.

Train or bus from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs €24 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €29 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by East West Eurolines, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf train arrive?

Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

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Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
1h 15m
€24–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof to Essen Hbfbus Dnipro
2h 6m
€11–28
Drive 141.1 km
1. Drive from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbfcar 141.1 km
1h 29m
€21–29

Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf by train

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Distance: 131.2 km
Duration: 1h 15m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €24–110 and the journey takes 1h 15m. National Express also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, East West Eurolines operates a bus from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof to Essen Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €9–15 and the journey takes 1h 2m. FlixBus also services this route once a week.

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