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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Bünde is to bus which costs €17 - €55 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Bünde is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Bünde?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Bünde. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Bünde via Osnabrück Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Essen to Bünde?

The distance between Essen and Bünde is 176 km. The road distance is 172.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Bünde without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs €29 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Essen to Bünde, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Bünde train from?

Essen to Bünde train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Bünde?

The best way to get from Essen to Bünde is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs €29 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €55 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Essen to Bünde train arrive?

Essen to Bünde train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Osnabrück Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Bünde?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Bünde is 172 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Essen to Bünde.

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

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Where can I stay near Bünde?

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Essen to Bünde - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 646 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Bünde 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 Osnabrück Hbf43 / ...
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to BündeStoptrein RB61 / ...
1h 57m
€29–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Osnabrück central train stationN1387
2h 31m
€17–53
Drive 172.2 km
1. Drive from Essen to Bünde172.2 km
1h 38m
€25–36
Train, line 646 bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to HerfordRe
2. Take the bus from Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB to Bünde, Bünder Kaufhaus646
2h 33m

Essen to Bünde by train

273Weekly Trains

1h 57mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.2 km
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Bünde, Germany?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Bünde via Osnabrück Hbf in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Osnabrück central train station once daily. Tickets cost €10–28 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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