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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Almelo is to bus which costs €13 - €28 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Almelo is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Almelo?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Almelo. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Almelo via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal and Deventer. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Essen to Almelo?

The distance between Essen and Almelo is 194 km. The road distance is 125.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Almelo without a car is to bus which takes 3h 29m and costs €13 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Essen to Almelo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Almelo train from?

Essen to Almelo train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Almelo?

The best way to get from Essen to Almelo is to bus which takes 3h 29m and costs €13 - €28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €75 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Essen to Almelo train arrive?

Essen to Almelo train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Essen to Almelo?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Almelo is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Essen to Almelo.

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

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Where can I stay near Almelo?

There are 751+ hotels available in Almelo.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Essen to Almelo by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Enschedebus FlixBus 027
3h 29m
€14–27
Train
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Deventertrain Intercity
3h 47m
€18–72
Drive 125.6 km
1. Drive from Essen to Almelocar 125.6 km
1h 26m
€23–32

Essen to Almelo by bus and train

5Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

€14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.6 km
Duration: 3h 29m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Enschede 5 times a week. Tickets cost €11–21 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Essen Hbf to Almelo via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, and Deventer in around 3h 47m.

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