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

The cheapest way to get from Bonn to Essen Hbf is to rideshare which costs €5 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bonn to Essen Hbf is to drive which takes 57 min and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Bonn and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bonn UN Campus and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bonn and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bonn Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Bonn to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Bonn and Essen Hbf is 114 km. The road distance is 93.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Bonn to Essen Hbf without a car is to train via Duisburg Hbf which takes 1h 27m and costs €11 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Bonn to Essen Hbf, including transfers.

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

Bonn to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bonn UN Campus station.

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

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

Train or bus from Bonn to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Bonn to Essen Hbf is to train via Duisburg Hbf which takes 1h 27m and costs €11 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus via Düsseldorf central bus station, which costs €17 - €23 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Bonn to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bonn to Essen Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bonn to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Bonn to Essen Hbf is 94 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Bonn to Essen Hbf.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 2789+ hotels available in Essen Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Bonn to Essen Hbf?

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

Bonn to Essen Hbf - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 18 tram

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There are 8 ways to get from Bonn to Essen Hbf by train, bus, car, tram, or rideshare

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Train via Duisburg Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Bonn Hbf to Duisburg Hbftrain Re
1h 27m
€12–81
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bonn to Essenrideshare 94.8 km
1h 36m
€5
Bus via Düsseldorf central bus station
1. Take the bus from Bonn Hbf to Dusseldorf Central Bus Stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Essen central train stationbus FlixBus N710 / ...
1h 50m
€17–22
Drive 93.9 km
1. Drive from Bonn to Essen Hbfcar 93.9 km
57 min
€14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Bonn Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 1 / ...
1h 37m
€18–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bonn UN Campus to Essen central train stationbus FlixBus N710 / ...
2h 10m
€8–14
Line 18 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Bonn Hbf to Köln Mülheim Bf Mülheimtram 18
2. Take the train from Koeln-Muelheim to Essen Hbftrain Re
2h 25m
€22–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bonn Hbf to Köln/Bonn Flughafen Terminal 1bus Sb60
2. Take the train from Koeln/Bonn Flughafen to Essen Hbftrain Re
2h 45m

Bonn to Essen Hbf by train

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Distance: 113.5 km
Duration: 1h 27m

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

National Express operates a train from Bonn Hbf to Duisburg Hbf every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 13m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bonn Hbf to Essen central train station via Düsseldorf central bus station in around 1h 50m.

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