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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Geilenkirchen is to drive which costs €13 - €21 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Geilenkirchen is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs €13 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Geilenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Geilenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Südviertel, Essen and arriving at Herzogenrath, Bahnhof via Aachen, Bushof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Geilenkirchen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Geilenkirchen, Bf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Essen to Geilenkirchen?

The distance between Essen and Geilenkirchen is 101 km. The road distance is 98.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Geilenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €18 - €80.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Geilenkirchen, Bf takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Essen to Geilenkirchen bus from?

Essen to Geilenkirchen bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Südviertel, Essen station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Geilenkirchen train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Geilenkirchen?

The best way to get from Essen to Geilenkirchen is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €18 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 47 bus, which costs and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Essen to Geilenkirchen bus arrive?

Essen to Geilenkirchen bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Where does the Essen to Geilenkirchen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Geilenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Geilenkirchen is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Essen to Geilenkirchen.

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

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Essen to Geilenkirchen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 47 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Geilenkirchen, Bftrain Rb33
1h 45m
€18–80
Drive 98.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Geilenkirchencar 98.1 km
1h 3m
€14–21
Bus, line 47 bus
1. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Bushof to Herzogenrath, Bahnhofbus 47 / ...
2h 28m
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Neuss Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Neuss Hbf to Geilenkirchentrain Re
2h 1m
€19–87

Essen to Geilenkirchen by train

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Distance: 100.5 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Geilenkirchen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Geilenkirchen, Bf hourly. Tickets cost €24–45 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Südviertel, Essen to Geilenkirchen, Bf via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße, Aachen, Bushof, Herzogenrath, Bahnhof, and Herzogenrath, Bf in around 2h 28m.

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