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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Bornheim is to train and line 18 tram via Koeln-Muelheim which costs €12 - €15 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Bornheim is to drive which takes 55 min and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Bornheim?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Bornheim. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Bornheim Bornheim via Köln/Bonn Flughafen Terminal 2 and Bonn Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Bornheim?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Bornheim. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Bornheim Bornheim via Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Essen to Bornheim?

The distance between Essen and Bornheim is 101 km. The road distance is 91.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Bornheim without a car is to train and line 18 tram which takes 1h 54m and costs €8 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Essen to Bornheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Bornheim bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Bornheim train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Bornheim bus arrive?

Essen to Bornheim bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Essen to Bornheim train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Bornheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Bornheim is 92 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Essen to Bornheim.

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

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Where can I stay near Bornheim?

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Essen to Bornheim - 4 ways to travel via train, line 18 tram, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Bornheim by train, tram, bus, or car

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Train, line 18 tram
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1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the tram from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf to Bornheim Bornheimtram 18
1h 54m
€9–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus FlixBus N710 / ...
2. Take the bus from Köln/Bonn Flughafen Terminal 2 to Bonn Hbfbus Sb60
3h 21m
Drive 91.7 km
1. Drive from Essen to Bornheimcar 91.7 km
55 min
€14–20
Train, line 18 tram via Koeln-Muelheim
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln-Muelheimtrain Re
2. Take the tram from Köln Mülheim Bf Mülheim to Bornheim Bornheimtram 18
2h 10m
€12–14

Essen to Bornheim by train and tram

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Distance: 101 km
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Bornheim, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

You can take a bus from Essen central train station to Bornheim Bornheim via Köln/Bonn Flughafen Terminal 2 and Bonn Hbf in around 3h 21m.

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