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.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Brilon?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Brilon. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Brilon-Stadt, Bahnhof via Hagen Hbf and Brilon Wald, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

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 19m and costs €27 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Essen to Brilon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Brilon train from?

Essen to Brilon train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Brilon train arrive?

Essen to Brilon train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Hagen Hbf station.

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.

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

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Where can I stay near Brilon?

There are 2150+ hotels available in Brilon.

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

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There are 3 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 Re
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Bestwig, Bahnhoftrain
3. Take the bus from Bestwig, Bahnhof to Brilon, Marktbus R74
3h 19m
€27–68
Drive 128.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Briloncar 128.7 km
1h 25m
€19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Brilon Wald, Bahnhoftrain Re17
3h 40m
€35–59

Essen to Brilon by train and bus

94Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 135.8 km
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Brilon-Stadt, Bahnhof via Hagen Hbf and Brilon Wald, Bahnhof in around 3h 40m.

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