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

The cheapest way to get from Enschede to Essen is to bus which costs €11 - €16 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Enschede to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs €17 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Enschede and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Enschede and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Enschede and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Enschede to Essen. However, there are services departing from Enschede and arriving at Essen Hbf via Dülmen, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Enschede to Essen?

The distance between Enschede and Essen is 114 km. The road distance is 97.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Enschede to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs €22 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Enschede to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Enschede to Essen bus from?

Enschede to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Enschede station.

Where do I catch the Enschede to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Enschede to Essen?

The best way to get from Enschede to Essen is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs €22 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €16 and takes 3h.

Where does the Enschede to Essen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Enschede to Essen train arrive?

Enschede to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Dülmen, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Enschede to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Enschede to Essen is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Enschede to Essen.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Enschede to Essen?

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

Where can I stay near Essen?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Enschede 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 Enschede to Dülmen, Bahnhoftrain Rb51
2. Take the train from Dülmen, Bahnhof to Essen Hbftrain Re42 / ...
2h 18m
€22–48
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Enschede to Essen central train stationbus 027
3h
€11–16
Drive 97.7 km
1. Drive from Enschede to Essencar 97.7 km
1h 11m
€18–25
Train via Coesfeld
1. Take the train from Enschede to Coesfeld, Bahnhoftrain Rb51
2. Take the train from Coesfeld, Bahnhof to Essen Hbftrain Re14
3h 3m

Enschede to Essen by train

221Weekly Trains

2h 18mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Enschede to Essen.

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Distance: 114.1 km
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from Enschede to Essen Hbf via Dülmen, Bahnhof in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Enschede to Essen central train station 3 times a week. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 3h.

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