What is the cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Bocholt?

The cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Bocholt is to rideshare which costs €4 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Bocholt?

The fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Bocholt is to drive which takes 42 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Essen Hbf and Bocholt?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen Hbf to Bocholt. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Bocholt, Bahnhof via Borken, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Essen Hbf and Bocholt?

No, there is no direct train from Essen Hbf to Bocholt. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Bocholt via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Essen Hbf to Bocholt?

The distance between Essen Hbf and Bocholt is 73 km. The road distance is 62.8 km.

How do I travel from Essen Hbf to Bocholt without a car?

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Bocholt without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs €14 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Essen Hbf to Bocholt?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Essen Hbf to Bocholt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen Hbf to Bocholt bus from?

Essen Hbf to Bocholt bus services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Essen Hbf to Bocholt train from?

Essen Hbf to Bocholt train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Duisburg Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen Hbf to Bocholt?

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Bocholt is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs €14 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Bocholt bus arrive?

Essen Hbf to Bocholt bus services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, arrive at Borken, Bahnhof station.

What is the time difference between Essen Hbf and Bocholt?

Bocholt is 1h ahead of Essen Hbf. It is currently 5:59 AM in Essen Hbf and 6:59 AM in Bocholt.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Bocholt train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen Hbf to Bocholt?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen Hbf to Bocholt is 63 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Essen Hbf to Bocholt.

Where can I stay near Bocholt?

There are 468+ hotels available in Bocholt.

Can I share a ride from Essen Hbf to Bocholt?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Essen Hbf and Bocholt. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Essen Hbf to Bocholt - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Essen Hbf to Bocholt by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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 Duisburg Hbf to Bocholttrain Re
1h 32m
€15–60
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Essen to Bocholtrideshare 62.2 km
1h 14m
€4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Borken, Bahnhofbus Re14
2h 53m
Drive 62.8 km
1. Drive from Essen Hbf to Bocholtcar 62.8 km
42 min
€9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen Hbf to Bocholttaxi 62.8 km
42 min
€150–190
Train via Oberhausen Hbf
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Oberhausen Hbftrain S3 / ...
2. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Bocholttrain Re
1h 36m
€14–22

Essen Hbf to Bocholt by train

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1h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 73.1 km
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Essen Hbf, Germany and Bocholt, Germany?

VIAS Rail GmbH operates a train from Duisburg Hbf to Bocholt hourly. Tickets cost €9–14 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, RheinRuhrBahn operates a bus from Essen Hbf to Borken, Bahnhof 3 times a week, and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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