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

The cheapest way to get from Ahlen to Essen is to drive which costs €12 - €19 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ahlen to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs €12 - €19.

Is there a direct train between Ahlen and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ahlen(Westf) and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Ahlen to Essen?

The distance between Ahlen and Essen is 76 km. The road distance is 89.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ahlen to Essen without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs €14 - €21.

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

The train from Ahlen(Westf) to Essen Hbf takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ahlen to Essen train from?

Ahlen to Essen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Ahlen(Westf) station.

Where does the Ahlen to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ahlen to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ahlen to Essen is 89 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Ahlen to Essen.

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

Book your Ahlen to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2582+ hotels available in Essen.

Ahlen to Essen - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ahlen(Westf) to Essen Hbftrain Re
1h 10m
€14–21
Drive 89.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ahlen to Essencar 89.4 km
1h 2m
€13–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ahlen(Westf) to Dortmund Hbftrain Re
2. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen central train stationbus 1304 / ...
1h 36m
€14–21

Ahlen to Essen by train

144Weekly Trains

1h 10mAverage Duration

€14Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 75.8 km
Duration: 1h 10m

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

National Express operates a train from Ahlen(Westf) to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €14–21 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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