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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Frechen is to drive which costs €11 - €17 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Frechen is to drive which takes 46 min and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Frechen?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Frechen. However, there are services departing from Südviertel, Essen and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Frechen?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Frechen. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Köln Weiden West via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Essen to Frechen?

The distance between Essen and Frechen is 90 km. The road distance is 77.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Frechen without a car is to bus which takes 58 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Essen to Frechen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Frechen bus from?

Essen to Frechen bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Südviertel, Essen station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Frechen train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Frechen?

The best way to get from Essen to Frechen is to bus which takes 58 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Cologne Hbf, which costs €8 - €60 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Essen to Frechen bus arrive?

Essen to Frechen bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where does the Essen to Frechen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Frechen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Frechen is 77 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Essen to Frechen.

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Frechen by bus, train (Eurostar), car, taxi, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
58 min
Train via Cologne Hbf
cheapest
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Köln Weiden Westtrain S19 / ...
1h 10m
€8–55
Drive 77.2 km
1. Drive from Essen to Frechencar 77.2 km
46 min
€12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Frechentaxi 77.2 km
46 min
€220–270
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Horremtrain Re
1h 51m

Essen to Frechen by train

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Distance: 89.9 km
Duration: 58 min

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

OrionBus operates a bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Essen Hbf to Köln Weiden West via Köln Hbf in around 1h 10m.

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