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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Kamen is to drive which costs €8 - €12 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Kamen is to train which takes 34 min and costs €10 - €15.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Kamen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Kamen. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Essen to Kamen?

The distance between Essen and Kamen is 50 km. The road distance is 58.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Kamen without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs €10 - €15.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Kamen takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Essen to Kamen train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Kamen?

The best way to get from Essen to Kamen is to train which takes 34 min and costs €10 - €15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €10 - €75 and takes 1h 51m.

Where does the Essen to Kamen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Kamen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Kamen is 58 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Essen to Kamen.

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

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Where can I stay near Kamen?

There are 682+ hotels available in Kamen.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Kamen by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Kamentrain Re
34 min
€10–15
Drive 58.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Kamencar 58.3 km
41 min
€9–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Dortmund central bus stationbus 081 / ...
1h 51m
€11–72
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Kamentaxi 58.3 km
41 min
€140–180

Essen to Kamen by train

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Distance: 49.6 km
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Kamen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

National Express operates a train from Essen Hbf to Kamen every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €10–15 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Dortmund central bus station hourly. Tickets cost €5–8 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Four other operators also service this route.

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