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

The cheapest way to get from Duisburg Hbf to Essen is to rideshare which costs €2 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Duisburg Hbf to Essen is to train which takes 12 min and costs €1 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Duisburg Hbf and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Duisburg central train station station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Duisburg Hbf and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Duisburg Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Duisburg Hbf to Essen?

The distance between Duisburg Hbf and Essen is 19 km. The road distance is 21.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Duisburg Hbf to Essen without a car is to train which takes 12 min and costs €1 - €12.

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

The train from Duisburg Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Duisburg Hbf to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Duisburg central train station.

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

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

Train or bus from Duisburg Hbf to Essen?

The best way to get from Duisburg Hbf to Essen is to train which takes 12 min and costs €1 - €12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €1 - €3 and takes 31 min.

Where does the Duisburg Hbf to Essen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Duisburg Hbf to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Duisburg Hbf to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Duisburg Hbf to Essen is 21 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Duisburg Hbf to Essen.

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

Book your Duisburg Hbf to Essen train tickets online with Omio, 12go.asia and FlixBus.

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

Book your Duisburg Hbf to Essen bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2572+ hotels available in Essen.

Can I share a ride from Duisburg Hbf to Essen?

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

Duisburg Hbf to Essen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Duisburg Hbf to Essen by train (Eurostar), bus, taxi, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
12 min
€1–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Duisburg central train station to Essen central train stationbus FlixBus 027 / ...
31 min
€1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Duisburg Hbf to Essentaxi 21.5 km
19 min
€55–70
Drive 21.5 km
1. Drive from Duisburg Hbf to Essencar 21.5 km
19 min
€4–6
Bus via Essen West S
1. Take the bus from Duisburg Hbf to Essen West Sbus Rb33 / ...
45 min
€5–7
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Duisburg to Essenrideshare 22.4 km
51 min
€2

Duisburg Hbf to Essen by train

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Distance: 18.8 km
Duration: 12 min

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

National Express operates a train from Duisburg Hbf to Essen Hbf every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 12 min. Six other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Duisburg central train station to Essen central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €1–3 and the journey takes 25 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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