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

The cheapest way to get from Herten to Essen is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Herten to Essen is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs €55 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Herten and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Herten Gymnasium and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Herten and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Herten, Herten and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Herten to Essen?

The distance between Herten and Essen is 33 km. The road distance is 22.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Herten to Essen without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs €7 - €12.

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

The train from Herten, Herten to Essen Hbf takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Herten to Essen bus from?

Herten to Essen bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Herten Gymnasium station.

Where do I catch the Herten to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Herten to Essen?

The best way to get from Herten to Essen is to train which takes 41 min and costs €7 - €12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €9 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Herten to Essen bus arrive?

Herten to Essen bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Herten to Essen train arrive?

Herten to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Herten to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Herten to Essen is 22 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Herten to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2788+ hotels available in Essen.

Can I share a ride from Herten to Essen?

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

Herten to Essen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Herten, Herten to Essen Hbftrain S9
41 min
€7–12
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Recklinghausen to Essenrideshare 26.6 km
43 min
€3
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Herten Mitte to Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbfbus Sb27 / ...
2. Take the train from Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re42 / ...
58 min
Bus
1. Take the bus from Herten Gymnasium to Essen Hbfbus S9
1h 35m
€6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Herten to Essentaxi 22.1 km
27 min
€55–70
Drive 22.1 km
1. Drive from Herten to Essencar 22.1 km
27 min
€4–5

Herten to Essen by train

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Distance: 33.1 km
Duration: 41 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Herten, Herten to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €7–12 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Herten Gymnasium to Essen Hbf twice a week. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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