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

The cheapest way to get from Detmold to Essen is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detmold to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Detmold and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Detmold to Essen. However, there are services departing from Detmold, Bahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Detmold and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Detmold to Essen. However, there are services departing from Detmold, Bahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Detmold to Essen?

The distance between Detmold and Essen is 161 km. The road distance is 161.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Detmold to Essen without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs €30 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Detmold to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detmold to Essen bus from?

Detmold to Essen bus services, operated by Eurobahn, depart from Detmold, Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Detmold to Essen train from?

Detmold to Essen train services, operated by Eurobahn, depart from Detmold, Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Detmold to Essen?

The best way to get from Detmold to Essen is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs €30 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €40 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Detmold to Essen bus arrive?

Detmold to Essen bus services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Bielefeld Hbf station.

Where does the Detmold to Essen train arrive?

Detmold to Essen train services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Bielefeld Hbf station.

Can I drive from Detmold to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Detmold to Essen is 161 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Detmold to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Detmold, Bahnhof to Bielefeld Hbftrain Re82
2. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
1h 58m
€33–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Detmold, Bahnhof to Bielefeld Hbfbus Re82
2. Take the bus from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof to Essen Hbfbus Dnipro
3h 24m
€19–38
Drive 161.4 km
1. Drive from Detmold to Essencar 161.4 km
1h 41m
€23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Detmold, Bahnhof to Bielefeld Hbfbus
2. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Münster Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain 43 / ...
4h 39m
€38–106

Detmold to Essen by train

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Distance: 161.2 km
Duration: 1h 58m

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

You can take a train from Detmold, Bahnhof to Essen Hbf via Bielefeld Hbf in around 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detmold, Bahnhof to Essen Hbf via Bielefeld Hbf, Bielefeld Hbf, Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof, and Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof in around 3h 24m.

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