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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Idstein is to bus which costs €21 - €45 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Idstein is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Idstein?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Idstein. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Idstein Wiesbadener Straße via Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Idstein?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Idstein. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Idstein Bahnhof via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Essen to Idstein?

The distance between Essen and Idstein is 299 km. The road distance is 203.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Idstein without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs €35 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Essen to Idstein, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Idstein bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Idstein train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Idstein?

The best way to get from Essen to Idstein is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs €35 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €45 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Essen to Idstein bus arrive?

Essen to Idstein bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Wiesbaden central train station.

Where does the Essen to Idstein train arrive?

Essen to Idstein train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Essen to Idstein?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Idstein is 204 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Essen to Idstein.

Where can I stay near Idstein?

There are 886+ hotels available in Idstein.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Idstein 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 Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Idstein Bahnhoftrain Rb22 / ...
3h 15m
€38–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Wiesbaden central train stationbus 027
5h 31m
€21–45
Drive 203.9 km
1. Drive from Essen to Idsteincar 203.9 km
1h 47m
€29–42
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Idstein Bahnhoftrain
3h 56m
€46–135
Train via Cologne #2
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2. Take the train from Koeln Messe/Deutz to Koblenz Stadtmittetrain Re
3. Take the train from Koblenz Bahnhof Stadtmitte/Löhr-Center to Limburgtrain
5h 49m
€51–77

Essen to Idstein by train

122Weekly Trains

3h 15mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 299.1 km
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Idstein Bahnhof via Frankfurt in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Wiesbaden central train station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €21–45 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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