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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Celle is to bus and train via Hanover which costs €25 - €55 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Celle is to bus and train which takes 2h 20m and costs €70 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Celle?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Celle. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Celle Bahnhof via Hannover Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Essen to Celle?

The distance between Essen and Celle is 290 km. The road distance is 281.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Celle without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 20m and costs €70 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Essen to Celle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Celle train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Celle train arrive?

Essen to Celle train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen to Celle?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Celle is 282 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Essen to Celle.

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

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Where can I stay near Celle?

There are 393+ hotels available in Celle.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hbfbus Dnipro
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Celle Bahnhoftrain 22 / ...
2h 20m
€70–93
Bus, train via Hanover
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Hanover central bus stationbus N3217 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Celle Bahnhoftrain 22 / ...
3h 39m
€25–50
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Celle Bahnhoftrain 22 / ...
2h 36m
€39–86
Drive 281.9 km
1. Drive from Essen to Cellecar 281.9 km
2h 40m
€40–57

Essen to Celle by train

142Weekly Trains

2h 36mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.3 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Celle Bahnhof via Hannover Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 36m.

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