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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Herten is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Herten is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs €55 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Herten?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Herten Gymnasium. Services depart four times a week, and operate Thursday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Herten?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Herten, Herten. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Essen to Herten?

The distance between Essen and Herten is 33 km. The road distance is 21.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Herten without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs €9 - €13.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Herten, Herten takes 37 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Essen to Herten bus from?

Essen to Herten bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Herten train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Herten?

The best way to get from Essen to Herten is to train which takes 37 min and costs €9 - €13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €9 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Essen to Herten bus arrive?

Essen to Herten bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Herten Gymnasium station.

Where does the Essen to Herten train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Herten?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Herten is 22 km. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Essen to Herten.

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

Book your Essen to Herten train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Herten?

There are 1493+ hotels available in Herten.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Herten?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Essen and Herten. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Essen to Herten - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Essen to Herten by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Herten, Hertentrain S9
37 min
€9–13
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Essen to Recklinghausenrideshare 28 km
42 min
€3
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbftrain Re42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf to Herten Mittebus Sb27 / ...
59 min
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Herten Gymnasiumbus S9
1h 29m
€6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Hertentaxi 21.9 km
26 min
€55–70
Drive 21.9 km
1. Drive from Essen to Hertencar 21.9 km
26 min
€4–5

Essen to Herten by train

154Weekly Trains

37 minAverage Duration

€9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 33.1 km
Duration: 37 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Herten, Herten hourly. Tickets cost €9–13 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Essen Hbf to Herten Gymnasium 4 times a week. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 1h 29m.

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