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

The cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Herten is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Herten is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs €55 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Essen Hbf and Herten?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Herten Gymnasium. Services depart twice a week, and operate Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Essen Hbf and Herten?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Herten, Herten. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Essen Hbf to Herten?

The distance between Essen Hbf and Herten is 33 km. The road distance is 22 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Herten without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs €7 - €13.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Herten, Herten takes 37 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Essen Hbf to Herten bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Essen Hbf station.

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

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

Train or bus from Essen Hbf to Herten?

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Herten is to train which takes 37 min and costs €7 - €13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €9 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Herten bus arrive?

Essen Hbf to Herten bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Herten Gymnasium station.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Herten train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen Hbf to Herten?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen Hbf to Herten is 22 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Essen Hbf to Herten.

Where can I stay near Herten?

There are 1885+ hotels available in Herten.

Can I share a ride from Essen Hbf to Herten?

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

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Essen Hbf to Herten by train, bus, taxi, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Herten, Hertentrain S9
37 min
€7–13
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Essen to Recklinghausenrideshare 28 km
50 min
€3
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbftrain Re42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf to Herten Mittebus Sb27 / ...
59 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen Hbf to Hertentaxi 22 km
27 min
€55–70
Drive 22 km
1. Drive from Essen Hbf to Hertencar 22 km
27 min
€4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Herten Gymnasiumbus S9
1h 33m
€6–9

Essen Hbf to Herten by train

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Distance: 33.1 km
Duration: 37 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Herten, Herten hourly. Tickets cost €7–13 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Essen Hbf to Herten Gymnasium twice a week. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 1h 29m.

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