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

The cheapest way to get from Wattenscheid to Essen is to drive which costs €1 - €3 and takes 9 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wattenscheid to Essen is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs €30 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Wattenscheid and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bochum Wattenscheid Bf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart six times a week, and operate Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Wattenscheid and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wattenscheid and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Wattenscheid to Essen?

The distance between Wattenscheid and Essen is 9 km. The road distance is 11.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Wattenscheid to Essen without a car is to train which takes 10 min and costs €2 - €9.

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

The train from Wattenscheid to Essen Hbf takes 10 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Wattenscheid to Essen bus from?

Wattenscheid to Essen bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Bochum Wattenscheid Bf station.

Where do I catch the Wattenscheid to Essen train from?

Wattenscheid to Essen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Wattenscheid station.

Train or bus from Wattenscheid to Essen?

The best way to get from Wattenscheid to Essen is to train which takes 10 min and costs €2 - €9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 - €5 and takes 25 min.

Where does the Wattenscheid to Essen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wattenscheid to Essen train arrive?

Wattenscheid to Essen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Wattenscheid to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Wattenscheid to Essen is 12 km. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Wattenscheid to Essen.

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

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Distance: 9.4 km
Duration: 10 min

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

National Express operates a train from Wattenscheid to Essen Hbf every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 10 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Bochum Wattenscheid Bf to Essen Hbf 6 times a week. Tickets cost €3–5 and the journey takes 25 min.

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