What is the cheapest way to get from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen is to line 081 bus which costs €2 - €4 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs €70 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) and Essen?

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

Is there a direct train between Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen. However, there are services departing from D-Flughafen Terminal A/B and arriving at Essen Hbf via Duesseldorf Flughafen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen?

The distance between Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) and Essen is 28 km. The road distance is 28.7 km.

How do I travel from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen without a car is to line 081 bus which takes 25 min and costs €2 - €4.

How long does it take to get from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen?

The line 081 bus from Düsseldorf Airport to Essen central train station takes 25 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen bus from?

Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Düsseldorf Airport station.

Where do I catch the Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen train from?

Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Duesseldorf Flughafen station.

Train or bus from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen?

The best way to get from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen is to line 081 bus which takes 25 min and costs €2 - €4. Alternatively, you can train via Duesseldorf Flughafen, which costs €8 - €30 and takes 33 min.

Where does the Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen bus arrive?

Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen train arrive?

Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen is 29 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen?

Book your Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2786+ hotels available in Essen.

Can I share a ride from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen?

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen by bus, train, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Line 081 bus
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1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf Airport to Essen central train stationbus 081 / ...
25 min
€2–4
Train via Duesseldorf Flughafen
1. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Essen Hbftrain Re
33 min
€8–30
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essentaxi 28.7 km
19 min
€70–90
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Dusseldorf-DUS to Essenrideshare 28.7 km
19 min
Drive 28.7 km
1. Drive from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essencar 28.7 km
19 min
€4–6
Train
1. Take the train from D-Unterrath S to Essen Hbftrain S1
58 min
€10–17

Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Essen by bus

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Distance: 28.3 km
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Dusseldorf Airport (DUS), Germany and Essen, Germany?

FlixBus operates a bus from Düsseldorf Airport to Essen central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €2–4 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Essen Hbf every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 24 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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