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

The cheapest way to get from Brunssum to Essen is to drive which costs €19 - €28 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brunssum to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Brunssum and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Brunssum to Essen. However, there are services departing from Brunssum, Koutenveld and arriving at Südviertel, Essen via Heerlen, Station Heerlen and Aachen - 58, Peterstraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Brunssum and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Brunssum to Essen. However, there are services departing from Heerlen and arriving at Essen Hbf via Herzogenrath, Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Brunssum to Essen?

The distance between Brunssum and Essen is 129 km. The road distance is 109.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Brunssum to Essen without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €23 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Brunssum to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brunssum to Essen bus from?

Brunssum to Essen bus services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Heerlen, Station Heerlen.

Where do I catch the Brunssum to Essen train from?

Brunssum to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Herzogenrath, Bf station.

Train or bus from Brunssum to Essen?

The best way to get from Brunssum to Essen is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €23 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Brunssum to Essen bus arrive?

Brunssum to Essen bus services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Aachen, Bushof station.

Where does the Brunssum to Essen train arrive?

Brunssum to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Brunssum to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Brunssum to Essen is 109 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Brunssum to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Herzogenrath, Bf to Essen Hbftrain Rb33
3h 12m
€23–100
Drive 109.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Brunssum to Essencar 109.3 km
1h 15m
€20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heerlen, Station Heerlen to Aachen, Bushofbus 44
2. Take the bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Südviertel, Essenbus Mykolayiv
3h 52m
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Herzogenrath to Neuss Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Neuss Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
3h 35m

Brunssum to Essen by bus and train

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.8 km
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Brunssum, Netherlands and Essen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Herzogenrath, Bf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €27–50 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brunssum, Koutenveld to Südviertel, Essen via Heerlen, Station Heerlen, Aachen, Bushof, and Aachen - 58, Peterstraße in around 3h 52m.

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