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

The cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Venlo is to bus which costs €4 - €8 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Venlo is to drive which takes 41 min and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Essen Hbf and Venlo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Venlo Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Essen Hbf and Venlo?

No, there is no direct train from Essen Hbf to Venlo. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Venlo via Viersen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Essen Hbf to Venlo?

The distance between Essen Hbf and Venlo is 68 km. The road distance is 65 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Venlo without a car is to bus which takes 1h 10m and costs €4 - €8.

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

The bus from Essen central train station to Venlo Station takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

Essen Hbf to Venlo bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

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

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

Train or bus from Essen Hbf to Venlo?

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Venlo is to bus which takes 1h 10m and costs €4 - €8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €20 - €40 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Venlo bus arrive?

Essen Hbf to Venlo bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Venlo Station.

What is the time difference between Essen Hbf and Venlo?

Venlo is 1h ahead of Essen Hbf. It is currently 8:12 PM in Essen Hbf and 9:12 PM in Venlo.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Venlo train arrive?

Essen Hbf to Venlo train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Viersen Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen Hbf to Venlo?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen Hbf to Venlo is 65 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Essen Hbf to Venlo.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen Hbf to Venlo?

Book your Essen Hbf to Venlo train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen Hbf to Venlo?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essen Hbf to Venlo by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Venlo Stationbus 023 / ...
1h 10m
€4–8
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Viersen Bahnhoftrain Re42 / ...
2. Take the train from Viersen to Venlotrain Sneltrein RE13 / ...
1h 37m
€20–39
Drive 65 km
1. Drive from Essen Hbf to Venlocar 65 km
41 min
€12–17
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Neuss Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Neuss Hbf to Venlotrain Sneltrein RE13 / ...
2h 22m
€22–32

Essen Hbf to Venlo by bus

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Map of how to get from Essen Hbf to Venlo.

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Distance: 68.3 km
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Essen Hbf, Germany and Venlo, Netherlands?

FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Venlo Station twice daily. Tickets cost €4–8 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Pavluks Trans also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Essen Hbf to Venlo via Viersen Bahnhof and Viersen in around 1h 37m.

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