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

The cheapest way to get from Bielefeld to Essen is to rideshare which costs €5 - €11 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bielefeld to Essen is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs €19 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Bielefeld and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bielefeld Brackwede train station station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Bielefeld and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bielefeld Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Bielefeld to Essen?

The distance between Bielefeld and Essen is 131 km. The road distance is 140.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Bielefeld to Essen without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs €19 - €40.

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

The train from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bielefeld to Essen bus from?

Bielefeld to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bielefeld Brackwede train station.

Where do I catch the Bielefeld to Essen train from?

Bielefeld to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bielefeld Hbf station.

Train or bus from Bielefeld to Essen?

The best way to get from Bielefeld to Essen is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs €19 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €18 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Bielefeld to Essen bus arrive?

Bielefeld to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Bielefeld to Essen train arrive?

Bielefeld to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bielefeld to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bielefeld to Essen is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Bielefeld to Essen.

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

Book your Bielefeld to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bielefeld to Essen?

Book your Bielefeld to Essen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2599+ hotels available in Essen.

Can I share a ride from Bielefeld to Essen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bielefeld and Essen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bielefeld to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bielefeld to Essen by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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 Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf10 / ...
1h 10m
€19–40
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bielefeld to Essen145.7 km
1h 46m
€5–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bielefeld Brackwede train station to Essen central train stationN3204 / ...
1h 55m
€12–18
Drive 140.5 km
1. Drive from Bielefeld to Essen140.5 km
1h 28m
€20–29

Bielefeld to Essen by train

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Distance: 131.2 km
Duration: 1h 10m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €19–40 and the journey takes 1h 10m. National Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bielefeld Brackwede train station to Essen central train station once daily. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Grandes Tour also services this route 3 times a week.

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