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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Bestwig is to bus which costs €14 - €21 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Bestwig is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Bestwig?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Bestwig. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Bestwig, Bahnhof via Meschede, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Bestwig?

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

How far is it from Essen to Bestwig?

The distance between Essen and Bestwig is 120 km. The road distance is 113.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Bestwig without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs €23 - €75.

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

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Bestwig bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Bestwig train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Bestwig?

The best way to get from Essen to Bestwig is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs €23 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €21 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Essen to Bestwig bus arrive?

Essen to Bestwig bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meschede bus station.

Where does the Essen to Bestwig train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Bestwig?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Bestwig is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Essen to Bestwig.

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

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Where can I stay near Bestwig?

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Essen to Bestwig - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Essen to Bestwig by train (Eurostar), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Bestwig, Bahnhoftrain Re57
1h 57m
€23–73
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Meschede bus stationbus 056
3h 10m
€14–20
Drive 113.7 km
1. Drive from Essen to Bestwigcar 113.7 km
1h 12m
€16–24

Essen to Bestwig by train

171Weekly Trains

1h 57mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.8 km
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Bestwig, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Meschede bus station once a week. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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