What is the cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen?

The cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen is to drive which costs €5 - €8 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen?

The fastest way to get from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen is to drive which takes 30 min and costs €5 - €8.

Is there a direct bus between Düsseldorf and Essen-Altenessen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Düsseldorf Hbf and arriving at Essen Altenessen Bf. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Düsseldorf and Essen-Altenessen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Düsseldorf Hbf and arriving at Essen Altenessen Bf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen?

The distance between Düsseldorf and Essen-Altenessen is 43 km. The road distance is 37.7 km.

How do I travel from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen without a car?

The best way to get from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs €10 - €18.

How long does it take to get from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen?

The train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Essen Altenessen Bf takes 36 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen bus from?

Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where do I catch the Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen train from?

Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen train services, operated by Eurobahn, depart from Düsseldorf Hbf station.

Train or bus from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen?

The best way to get from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen is to train which takes 36 min and costs €10 - €18. Alternatively, you can bus via Essen central train station, which costs and takes 53 min.

Where does the Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen bus arrive?

Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen train arrive?

Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen train services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Essen Altenessen Bf station.

Can I drive from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen?

Yes, the driving distance between Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen is 38 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen.

How do I get a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen?

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Where can I stay near Essen-Altenessen?

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Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Essen Altenessen Bftrain Re3
36 min
€10–18
Drive 37.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessencar 37.7 km
30 min
€6–8
Bus via Essen central train station
1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Essen central train stationbus FlixBus N710 / ...
2. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Essen Altenessen Bfbus U11 / ...
53 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessentaxi 37.7 km
30 min
€95–120
Train via Essen Hbf
1. Take the train from Duesseldorf-Bilk to Essen Hbftrain Re
54 min
Bus
1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf Hbf to Essen Altenessen Bfbus Re3
1h 35m
€11–16

Düsseldorf to Essen-Altenessen by train

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Distance: 42.6 km
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Düsseldorf, Germany and Essen-Altenessen, Germany?

Eurobahn operates a train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Essen Altenessen Bf hourly. Tickets cost €10–15 and the journey takes 36 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Essen Altenessen Bf via Essen central train station and Essen Hbf in around 53 min.

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