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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Dorsten is to drive which costs €3 - €6 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Dorsten is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs €65 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Dorsten?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Dorsten Bf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Dorsten?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Dorsten Bf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Essen to Dorsten?

The distance between Essen and Dorsten is 30 km. The road distance is 26.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Dorsten without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs .

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Dorsten Bf takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Essen to Dorsten bus from?

Essen to Dorsten bus services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Dorsten train from?

Essen to Dorsten train services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Dorsten?

The best way to get from Essen to Dorsten is to train which takes 30 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Essen to Dorsten bus arrive?

Essen to Dorsten bus services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, arrive at Dorsten Bf station.

Where does the Essen to Dorsten train arrive?

Essen to Dorsten train services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, arrive at Dorsten Bf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Dorsten?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Dorsten is 26 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Essen to Dorsten.

Where can I stay near Dorsten?

There are 1295+ hotels available in Dorsten.

Essen to Dorsten - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Dorsten by train, bus, taxi, 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 Dorsten BfRe14
30 min
Drive 26.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Dorsten26.4 km
30 min
€4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Dorsten BfRe14
1h 18m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Dorsten26.4 km
30 min
€65–85
Bus via BOT S.-Delitzsch-Str.
1. Take the bus from Essen Berliner Platz to BOT S.-Delitzsch-Str.Sb16
2. Take the bus from BOT S.-Delitzsch-Str. to Dorsten ZOB DorstenX42 / ...
1h 38m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 29.5 km
Duration: 30 min

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

RheinRuhrBahn operates a train from Essen Hbf to Dorsten Bf every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, RheinRuhrBahn operates a bus from Essen Hbf to Dorsten Bf twice daily, and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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