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 €20 - €35 and takes 3h 21m.

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 25m 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 Dülmen, Bahnhof and Enschede. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Essen to Almelo?

The distance between Essen and Almelo is 137 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 train which takes 3h 12m and costs €28 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m 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 Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Almelo?

The best way to get from Essen to Almelo is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €28 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Essen to Almelo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Almelo?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Almelo is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Essen to Almelo.

Where can I stay near Almelo?

There are 738+ hotels available in Almelo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Almelo 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 Essen Hbf to Dülmen, BahnhofRe42 / ...
2. Take the train from Dülmen, Bahnhof to EnschedeRb51
3h 12m
€29–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Enschede027
3h 21m
€20–33
Drive 125.6 km
1. Drive from Essen to Almelo125.6 km
1h 25m
€23–33
Train via Coesfeld
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Coesfeld, BahnhofRe14
2. Take the train from Coesfeld, Bahnhof to EnschedeRb51
3h 23m

Essen to Almelo by train

107Weekly Trains

3h 12mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.2 km
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Almelo via Dülmen, Bahnhof and Enschede in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Enschede 5 times a week. Tickets cost €15–21 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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