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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Enschede is to bus which costs €15 - €21 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Enschede is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Enschede?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Enschede. Services depart five times a week, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Enschede?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Enschede. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Enschede via Dülmen, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Essen to Enschede?

The distance between Essen and Enschede is 114 km. The road distance is 98.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Enschede without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Essen to Enschede, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Enschede bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Enschede train from?

Essen to Enschede train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Enschede?

The best way to get from Essen to Enschede is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €21 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Essen to Enschede bus arrive?

Essen to Enschede bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Enschede station.

Where does the Essen to Enschede train arrive?

Essen to Enschede train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Dülmen, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen to Enschede?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Enschede is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Essen to Enschede.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Enschede?

Book your Essen to Enschede bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Enschede?

There are 536+ hotels available in Enschede.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Enschede 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 Dülmen, BahnhofRe42 / ...
2. Take the train from Dülmen, Bahnhof to EnschedeRb51
2h 45m
€24–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Enschede027
2h 55m
€15–21
Drive 98.8 km
1. Drive from Essen to Enschede98.8 km
1h 6m
€18–26
Train via Coesfeld
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Coesfeld, BahnhofRe14
2. Take the train from Coesfeld, Bahnhof to EnschedeRb51
2h 55m

Essen to Enschede by train

108Weekly Trains

2h 45mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.2 km
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Enschede via Dülmen, Bahnhof in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Enschede 5 times a week. Tickets cost €15–21 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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