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

The cheapest way to get from Elten to Essen is to drive which costs €14 - €22 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Elten to Essen is to drive which takes 49 min and costs €14 - €22.

Is there a direct train between Elten and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Elten to Essen. However, there are services departing from Emmerich-Elten and arriving at Essen Hbf via Oberhausen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Elten to Essen?

The distance between Elten and Essen is 86 km. The road distance is 84.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Elten to Essen without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs €17 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Elten to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elten to Essen train from?

Elten to Essen train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Emmerich-Elten station.

Train or bus from Elten to Essen?

The best way to get from Elten to Essen is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs €17 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Elten to Essen train arrive?

Elten to Essen train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Oberhausen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Elten to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Elten to Essen is 84 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Elten to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2357+ hotels available in Essen.

Elten to Essen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Elten to Essen by train, bus, 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 Emmerich-Elten to Oberhausen Hbftrain Re / ...
1h 28m
€17–27
Drive 84.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Elten to Essencar 84.1 km
49 min
€15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Emmerich-Elten to Oberhausen Hbfbus 2043 / ...
2h 1m
€17–26

Elten to Essen by train

219Weekly Trains

1h 28mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 86.1 km
Duration: 1h 28m

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

VIAS Rail GmbH operates a train from Emmerich-Elten to Oberhausen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, VIAS Rail GmbH operates a bus from Emmerich-Elten to Oberhausen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €12–15 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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