What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Apeldoorn?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Apeldoorn is to bus and line 302 bus which costs €14 - €21 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Apeldoorn?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Apeldoorn is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Apeldoorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Apeldoorn. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Apeldoorn, Hoofdstraat via Arnhem, Centraal Station - J. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Apeldoorn?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Apeldoorn. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Apeldoorn via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal and Zutphen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Essen to Apeldoorn?

The distance between Essen and Apeldoorn is 136 km. The road distance is 129.5 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Apeldoorn without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Apeldoorn without a car is to bus and line 302 bus which takes 2h 4m and costs €14 - €21.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Apeldoorn?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Essen to Apeldoorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Apeldoorn bus from?

Essen to Apeldoorn bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Apeldoorn train from?

Essen to Apeldoorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Apeldoorn?

The best way to get from Essen to Apeldoorn is to bus and line 302 bus which takes 2h 4m and costs €14 - €21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €21 - €80 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Essen to Apeldoorn bus arrive?

Essen to Apeldoorn bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Arnhem Centraal Station.

Where does the Essen to Apeldoorn train arrive?

Essen to Apeldoorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Essen to Apeldoorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Apeldoorn is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Essen to Apeldoorn.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Apeldoorn?

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Where can I stay near Apeldoorn?

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Essen to Apeldoorn - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 302 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Apeldoorn by bus, train, or car

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Bus, line 302 bus
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1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Arnhem Centraal Stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Arnhem, Centraal Station - J to Apeldoorn, Hoofdstraatbus 302
2h 4m
€15–21
Train, line 302 bus via Oberhausen Hbf
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78 / ...
2. Take the bus from Arnhem, Centraal Station - J to Apeldoorn, Amaliaparkbus 302
2h 8m
€19–72
Drive 129.5 km
1. Drive from Essen to Apeldoorncar 129.5 km
1h 22m
€24–34
Train, line 302 bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 77
2. Take the bus from Arnhem, Centraal Station - J to Apeldoorn, Station - Bbus 302
2h 15m
€25–71
Train
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78 / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Zutphentrain Sprinter / ...
2h 40m
€21–77

Essen to Apeldoorn by bus

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Distance: 136 km
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Apeldoorn, Netherlands?

You can take a bus from Essen Hbf to Apeldoorn, Hoofdstraat via Arnhem Centraal Station and Arnhem, Centraal Station - J in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Essen Hbf to Apeldoorn via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, and Zutphen in around 2h 40m.

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