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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Brilon is to drive which costs €18 - €27 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Brilon is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €18 - €27.

How far is it from Essen to Brilon?

The distance between Essen and Brilon is 136 km. The road distance is 128.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Brilon without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Essen to Brilon, including transfers.

Can I drive from Essen to Brilon?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Brilon is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Essen to Brilon.

Where can I stay near Brilon?

There are 2135+ hotels available in Brilon.

Essen to Brilon - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Essen to Brilon by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Bestwig, Bahnhoftrain
3. Take the bus from Bestwig, Bahnhof to Brilon, Marktbus R74
3h 23m
Drive 128.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Briloncar 128.7 km
1h 25m
€19–27

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 135.8 km
Duration: 3h 23m

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

There is no direct connection from Essen to Brilon. However, you can take the train to Dortmund Hbf, take the train to Bestwig, Bahnhof, walk to Bestwig, Bahnhof, then take the bus to Brilon, Markt. Alternatively, you can drive from Essen to Brilon in around 1h 25m.

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