What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Bad Ems?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Bad Ems is to drive which costs €23 - €35 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Bad Ems?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Bad Ems is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Bad Ems?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Bad Ems. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Bad Ems Westbahnhof via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Essen to Bad Ems?

The distance between Essen and Bad Ems is 188 km. The road distance is 169 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Bad Ems without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Bad Ems without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs €30 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Bad Ems?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Essen to Bad Ems, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Bad Ems train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Bad Ems train arrive?

Essen to Bad Ems train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen to Bad Ems?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Bad Ems is 169 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Essen to Bad Ems.

Where can I stay near Bad Ems?

There are 1757+ hotels available in Bad Ems.

Essen to Bad Ems - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Bad Ems by train, car, or train (Eurostar)

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 Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain 91 / ...
2h 48m
€30–60
Drive 169 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Bad Emscar 169 km
1h 45m
€24–35
Train via Duisburg Hbf
1. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain 43N / ...
3h 20m
€33–136
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Koblenz Bahnhof Stadtmitte/Löhr-Centertrain Rb26
3h 39m
€38–102

Essen to Bad Ems by train

30Weekly Trains

2h 48mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.7 km
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Bad Ems, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhof 4 times a day. Tickets cost €23–50 and the journey takes 1h 47m.

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