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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Asten is to drive which costs €17 - €25 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Asten is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs €17 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Asten?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Asten. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Asten, Kerkstraat via Eindhoven, Station L. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Essen to Asten?

The distance between Essen and Asten is 130 km. The road distance is 96 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Asten without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs €30 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Essen to Asten, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Asten bus from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Asten?

The best way to get from Essen to Asten is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs €30 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 320 bus, which costs €14 - €45 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Essen to Asten bus arrive?

Essen to Asten bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Eindhoven Station.

Can I drive from Essen to Asten?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Asten is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Essen to Asten.

Where can I stay near Asten?

There are 504+ hotels available in Asten.

Essen to Asten - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 320 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Asten 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 Viersen Bahnhoftrain
2. Take the train from Viersen to Venlotrain
3. Take the train from Venlo to Helmondtrain
3h 16m
€31–63
Bus, line 320 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Eindhoven Stationbus 023 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eindhoven, Station L to Asten, Kerkstraatbus 320
3h 17m
€14–45
Drive 96 km
1. Drive from Essen to Astencar 96 km
1h 2m
€17–25
Bus, line 320 bus via Duisburg central train station
1. Take the bus from Duisburg central train station to Eindhoven Stationbus N1328
2. Take the bus from Eindhoven, Station L to Asten, Kerkstraatbus 320
3h 57m
€20–27

Essen to Asten by train and bus

153Weekly Services

3h 16mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 130.4 km
Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Asten, Floraplein via Viersen Bahnhof, Viersen, Venlo, Helmond, and Helmond, Station in around 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Asten, Kerkstraat via Eindhoven Station and Eindhoven, Station L in around 3h 17m.

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