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

The cheapest way to get from Xanten to Essen is to drive which costs €8 - €12 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Xanten to Essen is to drive which takes 44 min and costs €8 - €12.

Is there a direct train between Xanten and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Xanten to Essen. However, there are services departing from Xanten Bahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Xanten to Essen?

The distance between Xanten and Essen is 63 km. The road distance is 55.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Xanten to Essen without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Xanten to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xanten to Essen train from?

Xanten to Essen train services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, depart from Xanten Bahnhof station.

Where does the Xanten to Essen train arrive?

Xanten to Essen train services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Xanten to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Xanten to Essen is 56 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Xanten to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2581+ hotels available in Essen.

Xanten to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Xanten to Essen by train, car, taxi, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Xanten Bahnhof to Duisburg Hbftrain Rb31
1h 1m
Drive 55.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Xanten to Essencar 55.6 km
44 min
€9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Xanten to Essentaxi 55.6 km
44 min
€150–180
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Xanten Gymnasium to Wesel Bahnhofbus X27 / ...
2. Take the train from Wesel Bahnhof to Essen Hbftrain Re49
2h 8m
€12–40

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Distance: 63.3 km
Duration: 1h 1m

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

RheinRuhrBahn operates a train from Xanten Bahnhof to Duisburg Hbf hourly, and the journey takes 45 min.

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