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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Benrath is to drive which costs €6 - €10 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Benrath is to drive which takes 29 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Benrath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Duesseldorf-Benrath. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Essen to Benrath?

The distance between Essen and Benrath is 52 km. The road distance is 45.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Benrath without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs €11 - €17.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf-Benrath takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Essen to Benrath train from?

Essen to Benrath train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Benrath?

The best way to get from Essen to Benrath is to train which takes 36 min and costs €11 - €17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €19 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Essen to Benrath train arrive?

Essen to Benrath train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Duesseldorf-Benrath station.

Can I drive from Essen to Benrath?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Benrath is 45 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Essen to Benrath.

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

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Where can I stay near Benrath?

There are 1932+ hotels available in Benrath.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Benrath by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Duesseldorf-BenrathRe
36 min
€11–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Düsseldorf central bus stationN3204 / ...
1h 12m
€7–18
Drive 45.1 km
1. Drive from Essen to Benrath45.1 km
29 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Benrath45.1 km
29 min
€110–140

Essen to Benrath by train

581Weekly Trains

36 minAverage Duration

€11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 52.2 km
Duration: 36 min

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

National Express operates a train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf-Benrath hourly. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 36 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Düsseldorf central bus station hourly. Tickets cost €6–10 and the journey takes 55 min. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route twice daily.

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