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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Detmold is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Detmold is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Detmold?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Detmold. However, there are services departing from Essen Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Detmold, Bahnhof via Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Detmold?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Detmold. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Detmold, Bahnhof via Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Essen to Detmold?

The distance between Essen and Detmold is 161 km. The road distance is 161.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Detmold without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs €27 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Essen to Detmold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Detmold bus from?

Essen to Detmold bus services, operated by Grandes Tour, depart from Essen Hauptbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Detmold train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Detmold?

The best way to get from Essen to Detmold is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs €27 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Essen to Detmold bus arrive?

Essen to Detmold bus services, operated by Grandes Tour, arrive at Bielefeld Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Detmold train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Detmold?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Detmold is 162 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Essen to Detmold.

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

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Where can I stay near Detmold?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Detmold 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
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf10 / ...
2. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Detmold, BahnhofRe82
2h 30m
€27–53
Drive 161.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Detmold161.7 km
1h 38m
€23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hauptbahnhof to Bielefeld Hbf
2. Take the bus from Bielefeld Hbf to Detmold, BahnhofRe82
4h 14m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Münster Hauptbahnhof43 / ...
2. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Bielefeld Hbf
3. Take the bus from Bielefeld Hbf to Detmold, Bahnhof
4h 40m
€37–56

Essen to Detmold by train

103Weekly Trains

2h 30mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.1 km
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Detmold, Bahnhof via Bielefeld Hbf in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen Hauptbahnhof to Detmold, Bahnhof via Bielefeld Hbf in around 4h 14m.

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