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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Mülheim is to drive which costs €1 - €3 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Mülheim is to train which takes 5 min and costs €2 - €4.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Mülheim?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen West S and arriving at Mülheim Hauptbahnhof. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Mülheim?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Muelheim(Ruhr)Hbf. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Essen to Mülheim?

The distance between Essen and Mülheim is 10 km. The road distance is 11 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Mülheim without a car is to train which takes 5 min and costs €2 - €4.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Muelheim(Ruhr)Hbf takes 5 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Essen to Mülheim bus from?

Essen to Mülheim bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Essen West S station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Mülheim train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Mülheim?

The best way to get from Essen to Mülheim is to train which takes 5 min and costs €2 - €4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 - €5 and takes 20 min.

Where does the Essen to Mülheim bus arrive?

Essen to Mülheim bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Mülheim Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Essen to Mülheim train arrive?

Essen to Mülheim train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Muelheim(Ruhr)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Mülheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Mülheim is 11 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Essen to Mülheim.

Where can I stay near Mülheim?

There are 2736+ hotels available in Mülheim.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Mülheim?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Essen and Mülheim. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Essen to Mülheim - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, subway, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Essen to Mülheim by train, bus, rideshare, subway, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Muelheim(Ruhr)Hbftrain Re
5 min
€2–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen West S to Mülheim Hauptbahnhofbus Rb33 / ...
20 min
€3–5
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Essen to Mülheim an der Ruhrrideshare 11.4 km
28 min
€3
Subway
1. Take the subway from Essen Hirschlandplatz to Mülheim Hauptbahnhofsubway U18
21 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Mülheimtaxi 11 km
12 min
€30–40
Drive 11 km
1. Drive from Essen to Mülheimcar 11 km
12 min
€2–3

Essen to Mülheim by train

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Distance: 9.9 km
Duration: 5 min

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

National Express operates a train from Essen Hbf to Muelheim(Ruhr)Hbf every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 5 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Essen West S to Mülheim Hauptbahnhof 3 times a day. Tickets cost €3–5 and the journey takes 20 min.

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