What is the cheapest way to get from Maastricht to Essen Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Maastricht to Essen Hbf is to bus which costs €12 - €19 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maastricht to Essen Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Maastricht to Essen Hbf is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Maastricht and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Maastricht and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Maastricht and Essen Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Maastricht to Essen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Maastricht and arriving at Essen Hbf via Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Maastricht to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Maastricht and Essen Hbf is 142 km. The road distance is 139.7 km.

How do I travel from Maastricht to Essen Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Maastricht to Essen Hbf without a car is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs €12 - €19.

How long does it take to get from Maastricht to Essen Hbf?

The bus from Maastricht to Essen central train station takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Maastricht to Essen Hbf bus from?

Maastricht to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Maastricht station.

Where do I catch the Maastricht to Essen Hbf train from?

Maastricht to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Maastricht station.

Train or bus from Maastricht to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Maastricht to Essen Hbf is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs €12 - €19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €22 - €120 and takes 3h.

Where does the Maastricht to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

Maastricht to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Maastricht to Essen Hbf train arrive?

Maastricht to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Maastricht to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Maastricht to Essen Hbf is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Maastricht to Essen Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Maastricht to Essen Hbf?

Book your Maastricht to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Maastricht to Essen Hbf?

Book your Maastricht to Essen Hbf bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 2768+ hotels available in Essen Hbf.

Maastricht to Essen Hbf - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Maastricht to Essen Hbf by bus, train (Eurostar), car, or train

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Maastricht to Essen central train stationbus 181 / ...
2h 20m
€12–19
Train
1. Take the train from Maastricht to Aachen Hbftrain S43 / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
3h
€22–113
Drive 139.7 km
1. Drive from Maastricht to Essen Hbfcar 139.7 km
1h 27m
€30–42
Train via Herzogenrath, Bf
1. Take the train from Maastricht to Herzogenrathtrain S43 / ...
2. Take the train from Herzogenrath, Bf to Essen Hbftrain Rb33
3h 8m
€16–51

Maastricht to Essen Hbf by bus

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Distance: 141.5 km
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Maastricht, Netherlands and Essen Hbf, Germany?

FlixBus operates a bus from Maastricht to Essen central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €12–19 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Maastricht to Essen Hbf via Aachen Hbf in around 3h.

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