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

The cheapest way to get from Blankenheim to Essen is to drive which costs €19 - €28 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blankenheim to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct train between Blankenheim and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Blankenheim to Essen. However, there are services departing from Blankenheim and arriving at Essen Hbf via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Blankenheim to Essen?

The distance between Blankenheim and Essen is 164 km. The road distance is 136.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Blankenheim to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs €23 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Blankenheim to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blankenheim to Essen train from?

Blankenheim to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Blankenheim station.

Where does the Blankenheim to Essen train arrive?

Blankenheim to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Blankenheim to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Blankenheim to Essen is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Blankenheim to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2782+ hotels available in Essen.

Blankenheim to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Blankenheim to Essen by train (Eurostar), car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blankenheim to Köln Hbftrain Re22 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
2h 59m
€24–94
Drive 136.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Blankenheim to Essencar 136.2 km
1h 15m
€20–28
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Blankenheim to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain Re22 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Essen Hbftrain 47 / ...
3h 29m
€33–95
Train via Cologne #2
1. Take the train from Blankenheim to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain Re22 / ...
2. Take the train from Koeln Messe/Deutz to Essen Hbftrain Re
3h 45m
€35–100

Blankenheim to Essen by bus and train

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2h 59mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.8 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Blankenheim, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany and Essen, Germany?

You can take a bus from Blankenheim Busbf to Essen Hbf via Blankenheim, Blankenheim, and Köln Hbf in around 2h 59m.

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