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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Oberhausen is to rideshare which costs €2 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Oberhausen is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs €35 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Oberhausen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen Kreuzeskirchstr. and arriving at Oberhausen Marienkirche. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Oberhausen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Oberhausen Hbf. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Essen to Oberhausen?

The distance between Essen and Oberhausen is 17 km. The road distance is 14.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Oberhausen without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs €3 - €14.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Oberhausen Hbf takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Essen to Oberhausen bus from?

Essen to Oberhausen bus services, operated by Ruhrbahn GmbH, depart from Essen Kreuzeskirchstr. station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Oberhausen train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Oberhausen?

The best way to get from Essen to Oberhausen is to train which takes 18 min and costs €3 - €14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €1 - €6 and takes 31 min.

Where does the Essen to Oberhausen bus arrive?

Essen to Oberhausen bus services, operated by Ruhrbahn GmbH, arrive at Oberhausen Marienkirche station.

Where does the Essen to Oberhausen train arrive?

Essen to Oberhausen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Oberhausen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Oberhausen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Oberhausen is 15 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Essen to Oberhausen.

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

Book your Essen to Oberhausen train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Essen to Oberhausen bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Oberhausen?

There are 2035+ hotels available in Oberhausen.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Oberhausen?

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

Essen to Oberhausen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Oberhausen Hbftrain Re
18 min
€3–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen Kreuzeskirchstr. to Oberhausen Marienkirchebus Ne11
31 min
€1–6
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Essen to Oberhausenrideshare 14.6 km
29 min
€2
Line 105 tram
1. Take the tram from Essen Rathaus Essen to Essen Unterstr.tram 105
27 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Oberhausentaxi 14.6 km
13 min
€35–50
Drive 14.6 km
1. Drive from Essen to Oberhausencar 14.6 km
13 min
€3

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Distance: 17 km
Duration: 18 min

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

National Express operates a train from Essen Hbf to Oberhausen Hbf every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 18 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ruhrbahn GmbH operates a bus from Essen Kreuzeskirchstr. to Oberhausen Marienkirche 5 times a day, and the journey takes 31 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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