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

The cheapest way to get from Plettenberg to Essen is to drive which costs €13 - €20 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plettenberg to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Plettenberg and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Plettenberg to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Plett., Herscheider Str. and arriving at Essen central train station via Lüd., Bahnhof and Dortmund central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Plettenberg and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Plettenberg to Essen. However, there are services departing from Plettenberg and arriving at Essen Hbf via Hagen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Plettenberg to Essen?

The distance between Plettenberg and Essen is 95 km. The road distance is 94.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Plettenberg to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €17 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Plettenberg to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plettenberg to Essen bus from?

Plettenberg to Essen bus services, operated by Märkische VG, depart from Plett., Herscheider Str. station.

Where do I catch the Plettenberg to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Plettenberg to Essen?

The best way to get from Plettenberg to Essen is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €17 - €75. Alternatively, you can line 54 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Plettenberg to Essen bus arrive?

Plettenberg to Essen bus services, operated by Märkische VG, arrive at Lüd., Bahnhof station.

Where does the Plettenberg to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plettenberg to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Plettenberg to Essen is 94 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Plettenberg to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Plettenberg to Essen - 3 ways to travel via train, line 54 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Plettenberg to Essen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plettenberg to Hagen Hbftrain Rb / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
2h 28m
€17–72
Drive 94.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Plettenberg to Essencar 94.1 km
1h 5m
€14–20
Line 54 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Plett., Herscheider Str. to Lüd., Bahnhofbus N7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lüd., Bahnhof to Dortmund Hbfbus
3. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen central train stationbus 023 / ...
5h 47m

Plettenberg to Essen by bus and train

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Distance: 94.8 km
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Plettenberg, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany and Essen, Germany?

You can take a bus from Plett., Zimmerstraße to Essen Hbf via Plett., Bahnhof, Plettenberg, and Hagen Hbf in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plett., Herscheider Str. to Essen central train station via Lüd., Bahnhof, Dortmund Hbf, and Dortmund central bus station in around 5h 47m.

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