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

The cheapest way to get from Bonn to Essen Hbf is to rideshare which costs €5 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bonn to Essen Hbf is to drive which takes 57 min and costs €13 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Bonn and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bonn UN Campus and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bonn and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bonn Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Bonn to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Bonn and Essen Hbf is 113 km. The road distance is 93.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Bonn to Essen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs €22 - €55.

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

The train from Bonn Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 1h 14m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Bonn to Essen Hbf bus from?

Bonn to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bonn UN Campus station.

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

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

Train or bus from Bonn to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Bonn to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs €22 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €11 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Bonn to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Bonn and Essen Hbf?

Essen Hbf is 1h behind Bonn. It is currently 11:04 PM in Bonn and 10:04 PM in Essen Hbf.

Where does the Bonn to Essen Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bonn to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Bonn to Essen Hbf is 94 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Bonn to Essen Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Bonn to Essen Hbf?

Book your Bonn to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bonn to Essen Hbf?

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

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 2612+ hotels available in Essen Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Bonn to Essen Hbf?

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

Bonn to Essen Hbf - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 16 tram

There are 5 ways to get from Bonn to Essen Hbf by train, bus, car, tram, or rideshare

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 Bonn Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 33 / ...
1h 14m
€22–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bonn to Essenrideshare 94.8 km
1h 36m
€5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bonn UN Campus to Essen central train stationbus FlixBus N710 / ...
2h 10m
€6–11
Drive 93.9 km
1. Drive from Bonn to Essen Hbfcar 93.9 km
57 min
€13–19
Line 16 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Bonn Hbf to Köln Dom/Hbftram 16 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 43 / ...
1h 52m
€19–75

Bonn to Essen Hbf by train

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Map of how to get from Bonn to Essen Hbf.

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Distance: 113.5 km
Duration: 1h 14m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bonn Hbf to Essen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €22–55 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bonn UN Campus to Essen central train station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €6–11 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Grandes Tour also services this route 3 times a week.

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