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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Xanten is to drive which costs €8 - €12 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Xanten is to drive which takes 43 min and costs €8 - €12.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Xanten?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Xanten. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Xanten Bahnhof via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Essen to Xanten?

The distance between Essen and Xanten is 61 km. The road distance is 56.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Xanten without a car is to train and bus via Oberhausen Hbf which takes 1h 29m and costs €11 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Essen to Xanten, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Xanten train from?

Essen to Xanten train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Xanten train arrive?

Essen to Xanten train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Xanten?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Xanten is 56 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Essen to Xanten.

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

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Where can I stay near Xanten?

There are 529+ hotels available in Xanten.

Essen to Xanten - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Xanten by train, bus, car, taxi, or train (Eurostar)

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Train, bus via Oberhausen Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Oberhausen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Weseltrain Re
3. Take the bus from Wesel Bahnhof to Xanten Gymnasiumbus X27 / ...
1h 29m
€11–34
Drive 56.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Xantencar 56.2 km
43 min
€8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Xantentaxi 56.2 km
43 min
€140–170
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Wesel Bahnhoftrain Re49
2. Take the bus from Wesel Bahnhof to Xanten Gymnasiumbus X27 / ...
1h 32m
€12–20
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Duisburg Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Xanten Bahnhoftrain Rb31
1h 36m

Essen to Xanten by train and bus

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1h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 61.2 km
Duration: 1h 29m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Xanten Bahnhof via Duisburg Hbf in around 1h 36m.

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