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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Delfzijl is to bus which costs €24 - €50 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Delfzijl is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Delfzijl?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Delfzijl. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Delfzijl, Botterlaan via Groningen, Hoofdstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Delfzijl?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Delfzijl. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Delfzijl via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, Zwolle and Groningen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Essen to Delfzijl?

The distance between Essen and Delfzijl is 325 km. The road distance is 239.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Delfzijl without a car is to train via Arnhem which takes 4h 55m and costs €60 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Essen to Delfzijl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Delfzijl bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Delfzijl train from?

Essen to Delfzijl train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Delfzijl?

The best way to get from Essen to Delfzijl is to train via Arnhem which takes 4h 55m and costs €60 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €50 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Essen to Delfzijl bus arrive?

Essen to Delfzijl bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Groningen central station.

Where does the Essen to Delfzijl train arrive?

Essen to Delfzijl train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Essen to Delfzijl?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Delfzijl is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Essen to Delfzijl.

Where can I stay near Delfzijl?

There are 1482+ hotels available in Delfzijl.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Delfzijl by train, bus, 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.

Train via Arnhem
best
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem CentraalIce
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Zwolle
3. Take the train from Zwolle to Groningen
4h 55m
€65–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Groningen central station027
5h 54m
€24–46
Drive 239.7 km
1. Drive from Essen to Delfzijl239.7 km
2h 13m
€43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Leer(Ostfriesl)35
2. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to ScheemdaRe
5h 1m
€37–75

Essen to Delfzijl by train

234Weekly Trains

4h 55mAverage Duration

€65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 324.7 km
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Delfzijl, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Delfzijl via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, Zwolle, and Groningen in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Groningen central station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €19–40 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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