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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Limburg is to bus which costs €10 - €17 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Limburg is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Limburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Maastricht. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Limburg?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Limburg. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Maastricht via Herzogenrath. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Essen to Limburg?

The distance between Essen and Limburg is 137 km. The road distance is 139.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Limburg without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs €10 - €17.

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

The bus from Essen central train station to Maastricht takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Essen to Limburg bus from?

Essen to Limburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Limburg train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Limburg?

The best way to get from Essen to Limburg is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs €10 - €17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €25 - €100 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Essen to Limburg bus arrive?

Essen to Limburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Maastricht station.

Where does the Essen to Limburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Limburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Limburg is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Essen to Limburg.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Limburg?

Book your Essen to Limburg bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Limburg?

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Essen to Limburg - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 350 bus

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Maastrichtbus 1304 / ...
2h 25m
€10–17
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Herzogenrath, Bftrain Rb33
2. Take the train from Herzogenrath to Maastrichttrain S43 / ...
2h 50m
€25–100
Drive 139.6 km
1. Drive from Essen to Maastrichtcar 139.6 km
1h 29m
€25–36
Train, line 350 bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Aachen-Rothe Erdetrain Re
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Elisenbrunnen to Maastricht, Wilhelminasingelbus 350
3h 25m

Essen to Limburg by bus

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Distance: 136.6 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Maastricht 3 times a day. Tickets cost €10–17 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Essen Hbf to Maastricht via Herzogenrath in around 2h 50m.

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