How far is it from Essen to Baltrum?

The distance between Essen and Baltrum is 314 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Baltrum without a car is to train and ferry via Emden which takes 6h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Essen to Baltrum, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Baltrum?

There are 6275+ hotels available in Baltrum.

Essen to Baltrum - 2 ways to travel via train, and ferry

There are 2 ways to get from Essen to Baltrum by train or ferry

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Train, ferry via Emden
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf35
2. Take the ferry from Neßmersiel Hafen to BaltrumSch
6h 40m
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Norden(Ostfriesl)35
2. Take the ferry from Neßmersiel Hafen to BaltrumSch
7h 40m

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Map of how to get from Essen to Baltrum.

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Distance: 314.5 km
Duration: 6h 40m

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

There is no direct connection from Essen to Baltrum. However, you can take the train to Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf, take the train to Norden(Ostfriesl), walk to Norden(Ostfriesl), take the bus to Neßmersiel Hafen, walk to Neßmersiel Hafen, then take the ferry to Baltrum. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Essen Rathaus Essen to Baltrum via Gelsenkirchen Hbf, Gelsenkirchen Hbf, Norden(Ostfriesl), Norden(Ostfriesl), Neßmersiel Hafen, and Neßmersiel Hafen in around 7h 40m.

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