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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Schwerte is to drive which costs €6 - €10 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Schwerte is to drive which takes 32 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Schwerte?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Schwerte. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Schwerte, Hastingsallee via Dortmund Hörde Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Schwerte?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Schwerte. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Schwerte via Hagen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Essen to Schwerte?

The distance between Essen and Schwerte is 58 km. The road distance is 47.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Schwerte without a car is to train via Hagen Hbf which takes 51 min and costs €10 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Essen to Schwerte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Schwerte bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Schwerte train from?

Essen to Schwerte train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Schwerte?

The best way to get from Essen to Schwerte is to train via Hagen Hbf which takes 51 min and costs €10 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 - €15 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Essen to Schwerte bus arrive?

Essen to Schwerte bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dortmund central bus station.

Where does the Essen to Schwerte train arrive?

Essen to Schwerte train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Hagen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Schwerte?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Schwerte is 48 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Essen to Schwerte.

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

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Train via Hagen Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Schwertetrain Sneltrein RE13 / ...
51 min
€10–33
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Dortmund central bus stationbus 081 / ...
2h 32m
€4–15
Drive 47.8 km
1. Drive from Essen to Schwertecar 47.8 km
32 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Schwertetaxi 47.8 km
32 min
€130–170
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Schwerte, Bahnhoftrain Rb53 / ...
1h 5m
€7–31

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Distance: 58.2 km
Duration: 51 min

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Schwerte via Hagen Hbf in around 51 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Dortmund central bus station hourly. Tickets cost €3–6 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Three other operators also service this route.

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