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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Espelkamp is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Espelkamp is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Espelkamp?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Espelkamp. However, there are services departing from Essen Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Espelkamp, Bahnhof via Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Espelkamp?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Espelkamp. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Espelkamp, Bahnhof via Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Essen to Espelkamp?

The distance between Essen and Espelkamp is 186 km. The road distance is 181.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Espelkamp without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Essen to Espelkamp, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Espelkamp bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Espelkamp train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Espelkamp?

The best way to get from Essen to Espelkamp is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs €30 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Essen to Espelkamp bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Espelkamp train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Espelkamp?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Espelkamp is 182 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Essen to Espelkamp.

Where can I stay near Espelkamp?

There are 559+ hotels available in Espelkamp.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Espelkamp 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 Espelkamp, BahnhofRb71 / ...
2h 50m
€31–58
Drive 181.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Espelkamp181.6 km
1h 58m
€26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hauptbahnhof to Bielefeld Hbf
2. Take the bus from Bielefeld Hbf to Espelkamp, BahnhofRb71
5h 50m
Train via Osnabrück
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf43 / ...
2. Take the train from Bünde, Bahnhof/ZOB to Espelkamp, BahnhofRb71 / ...
3h 10m
€37–78

Essen to Espelkamp by train

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2h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.9 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Espelkamp, Bahnhof via Bielefeld Hbf in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen Hauptbahnhof to Espelkamp, Bahnhof via Bielefeld Hbf in around 5h 50m.

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