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

The cheapest way to get from Xanten to Essen Hbf is to bus and train which costs €8 - €13 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Xanten to Essen Hbf is to drive which takes 43 min and costs €10 - €16.

Is there a direct train between Xanten and Essen Hbf?

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

How far is it from Xanten to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Xanten and Essen Hbf is 63 km. The road distance is 56.1 km.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Where does the Xanten to Essen Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Xanten to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Xanten to Essen Hbf is 56 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Xanten to Essen Hbf.

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 2769+ hotels available in Essen Hbf.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Xanten Bahnhof to Duisburg Hbftrain Rb31
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
1h
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Xanten Gymnasium to Wesel Bahnhofbus X27 / ...
2. Take the train from Wesel Bahnhof to Essen Hbftrain Re49
2h 8m
€9–12
Drive 56.1 km
1. Drive from Xanten to Essen Hbfcar 56.1 km
43 min
€11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Xanten to Essen Hbftaxi 56.1 km
43 min
€150–190

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Distance: 63.3 km
Duration: 1h

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

You can take a train from Xanten Bahnhof to Essen Hbf via Duisburg Hbf in around 1h.

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