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

The cheapest way to get from Daun to Essen is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Daun to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Daun and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Daun to Essen. However, there are services departing from Gerolstein, Bahnhof/ZOB and arriving at Essen Hbf via Koeln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Daun to Essen?

The distance between Daun and Essen is 206 km. The road distance is 173.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Daun to Essen without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs €24 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Daun to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Daun to Essen train from?

Daun to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Gerolstein, Bahnhof/ZOB station.

Where does the Daun to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Daun to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Daun to Essen is 173 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Daun to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2575+ hotels available in Essen.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Gerolstein, Bahnhof/ZOB to Köln Hbftrain Re22 / ...
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Ice / ...
3h 45m
€24–126
Drive 173.4 km
1. Drive from Daun to Essencar 173.4 km
1h 47m
€26–37
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Gerolstein, Bahnhof/ZOB to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain Re22 / ...
2. Take the train from Koeln Messe/Deutz to Essen Hbftrain Re
4h 31m
€32–136
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Daun, Post to Cochem Bahnhofbus 777 / ...
2. Take the train from Cochem Bahnhof to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
3. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Ice / ...
5h 1m

Daun to Essen by bus and train

147Weekly Services

3h 45mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.8 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Daun, Dockweiler Straße to Essen Hbf via Gerolstein, Bahnhof/ZOB, Gerolstein, Bahnhof/ZOB, and Koeln Hbf in around 3h 45m.

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