What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Bad Arolsen?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Bad Arolsen is to drive which costs €23 - €35 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Bad Arolsen?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Bad Arolsen is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Bad Arolsen?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Bad Arolsen. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Bad Arolsen Bahnhof via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Essen to Bad Arolsen?

The distance between Essen and Bad Arolsen is 298 km. The road distance is 161.7 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Bad Arolsen without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Bad Arolsen without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs €55 - €200.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Bad Arolsen?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Essen to Bad Arolsen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Bad Arolsen train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Bad Arolsen train arrive?

Essen to Bad Arolsen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe station.

Can I drive from Essen to Bad Arolsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Bad Arolsen is 162 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Essen to Bad Arolsen.

Where can I stay near Bad Arolsen?

There are 730+ hotels available in Bad Arolsen.

Essen to Bad Arolsen - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Essen to Bad Arolsen by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Bad Arolsen Bahnhoftrain Rb4
4h 22m
€55–192
Drive 161.7 km
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1. Drive from Essen to Bad Arolsencar 161.7 km
1h 37m
€24–34
Train via Dortmund
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain S2
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to War-Scherfede, Bahnhoftrain Re57
5h 52m
€39–65

Essen to Bad Arolsen by train

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4h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 298.3 km
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Bad Arolsen, Germany?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Bad Arolsen Bahnhof via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe in around 4h 22m.

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