What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to De Efteling?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to De Efteling is to bus which costs €28 - €40 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to De Efteling?

The fastest way to get from Essen to De Efteling is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and De Efteling?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to De Efteling. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at De Efteling via Utrecht, CS Jaarbeurszijde and Vianen, Busstation Lekbrug. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Essen to De Efteling?

The distance between Essen and De Efteling is 197 km. The road distance is 162.2 km.

How do I travel from Essen to De Efteling without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to De Efteling without a car is to train and line 301 bus via Arnhem which takes 3h 48m and costs €23 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Essen to De Efteling?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Essen to De Efteling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to De Efteling bus from?

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

Where does the Essen to De Efteling bus arrive?

Essen to De Efteling bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Utrecht Centraal station.

Can I drive from Essen to De Efteling?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to De Efteling is 162 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Essen to De Efteling.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to De Efteling?

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Where can I stay near De Efteling?

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Essen to De Efteling - 4 ways to travel via train, line 301 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Essen to De Efteling by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 301 bus via Arnhem
best
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78 / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to 's-Hertogenboschtrain
3. Take the bus from 's-Hertogenbosch, Centraal Station to Kaatsheuvel, Eftelingbus 301 / ...
3h 48m
€24–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Utrecht Centraal stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Vianen, Busstation Lekbrug to De Eftelingbus 811
4h 15m
€29–37
Drive 162.2 km
1. Drive from Essen to De Eftelingcar 162.2 km
1h 51m
€30–43
Train, line 301 bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to MG Hbf /Europaplatztrain
2. Take the train from Mönchengladbach Hbf to 's-Hertogenboschtrain Ice
3. Take the bus from 's-Hertogenbosch, Centraal Station to Kaatsheuvel, Eftelingbus 301 / ...
4h 28m
€25–77

Essen to De Efteling by train, bus, and foot

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3h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196.5 km
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and De Efteling, Netherlands?

You can take a bus from Essen Hbf to De Efteling via Utrecht Centraal station, Utrecht, CS Jaarbeurszijde, Vianen, Busstation Lekbrug, and De Efteling in around 4h 15m.

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