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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Gladbeck is to drive which costs €2 - €3 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Gladbeck is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs €35 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Gladbeck?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at GLA West Bf. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Gladbeck?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at GLA West Bf. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Essen to Gladbeck?

The distance between Essen and Gladbeck is 20 km. The road distance is 14.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Gladbeck without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs €4 - €7.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to GLA West Bf takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Essen to Gladbeck bus from?

Essen to Gladbeck bus services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Gladbeck train from?

Essen to Gladbeck train services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Gladbeck?

The best way to get from Essen to Gladbeck is to train which takes 19 min and costs €4 - €7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €4 - €6 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Essen to Gladbeck bus arrive?

Essen to Gladbeck bus services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, arrive at GLA West Bf station.

Where does the Essen to Gladbeck train arrive?

Essen to Gladbeck train services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, arrive at GLA West Bf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Gladbeck?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Gladbeck is 14 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Essen to Gladbeck.

Where can I stay near Gladbeck?

There are 2227+ hotels available in Gladbeck.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to GLA West Bftrain Re14
19 min
€4–7
Drive 14.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Gladbeckcar 14.3 km
16 min
€2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to GLA West Bfbus Re14
51 min
€4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Gladbecktaxi 14.3 km
16 min
€35–50
Bus via Gelsenkirchen Buerer Str.
1. Take the bus from Essen Berliner Platz to Gelsenkirchen Buerer Str.bus U11
2. Take the bus from Gelsenkirchen Buerer Str. to GLA Marktplatzbus 259E / ...
53 min

Essen to Gladbeck by train

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Distance: 20 km
Duration: 19 min

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

RheinRuhrBahn operates a train from Essen Hbf to GLA West Bf every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 19 min. Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, RheinRuhrBahn operates a bus from Essen Hbf to GLA West Bf once daily, and the journey takes 51 min. DB Bus also services this route 3 times a week.

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