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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Hamelin is to drive which costs €28 - €45 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Hamelin is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Hamelin?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Hamelin. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Hameln via Herford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Essen to Hamelin?

The distance between Essen and Hamelin is 304 km. The road distance is 202.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Hamelin without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Essen to Hamelin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Hamelin train from?

Essen to Hamelin train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Hamelin train arrive?

Essen to Hamelin train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Herford station.

Can I drive from Essen to Hamelin?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Hamelin is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Essen to Hamelin.

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

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Where can I stay near Hamelin?

There are 623+ hotels available in Hamelin.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Hamelin by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hbfbus Dnipro
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Hameln, Bahnhoftrain S5 / ...
2h 53m
Drive 202.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Hamelincar 202.8 km
2h 19m
€29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Herfordtrain Re
2. Take the train from Herford to Hamelntrain Rb
3h 9m
Train via Münster
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Münster Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Paderborn, Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Hameln, Bahnhoftrain S5
4h 30m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Essen to Hamelin.

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Distance: 304.4 km
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Hameln via Herford in around 3h 9m.

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