What is the cheapest way to get from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen is to bus which costs €18 - €35 and takes 5h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Limburg an der Lahn and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Limburg and arriving at Essen central train station via Limburg a. d. Lahn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Limburg an der Lahn and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen. However, there are services departing from Limburg and arriving at Essen Hbf via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen?

The distance between Limburg an der Lahn and Essen is 198 km. The road distance is 175.3 km.

How do I travel from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs €35 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limburg an der Lahn to Essen bus from?

Limburg an der Lahn to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Limburg a. d. Lahn station.

Where do I catch the Limburg an der Lahn to Essen train from?

Limburg an der Lahn to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Limburg station.

Train or bus from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen?

The best way to get from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs €35 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €35 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Limburg an der Lahn to Essen bus arrive?

Limburg an der Lahn to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Limburg an der Lahn to Essen train arrive?

Limburg an der Lahn to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Limburg an der Lahn to Essen is 175 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen?

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There are 5 ways to get from Limburg an der Lahn to Essen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Limburg to Essen Hbftrain 41 / ...
2h 59m
€35–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limburg a. d. Lahn to Essen central train stationbus N161
5h 5m
€18–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Limburg an der Lahn to Köln Hbfbus
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Süd Strain S6
3h 45m
€23–44
Drive 175.3 km
1. Drive from Limburg an der Lahn to Essencar 175.3 km
1h 41m
€25–36
Train via Troisdorf
1. Take the train from Limburg to Siegburg Bftrain 49 / ...
2. Take the train from Siegburg Bf to Essen Hbftrain 41 / ...
3h 36m
€33–152

Limburg an der Lahn to Essen by bus and train

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Distance: 198 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Limburg an der Lahn, Germany and Essen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Limburg to Essen Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €35–160 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Limburg a. d. Lahn to Essen central train station once daily. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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