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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Kempen is to drive which costs €7 - €11 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Kempen is to drive which takes 36 min and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Kempen?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Kempen. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Kempen Bahnhof via Krefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Essen to Kempen?

The distance between Essen and Kempen is 51 km. The road distance is 51.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Kempen without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs €10 - €25.

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

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Essen to Kempen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Kempen train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Kempen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Kempen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Kempen is 51 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Essen to Kempen.

Where can I stay near Kempen?

There are 1113+ hotels available in Kempen.

Essen to Kempen - 4 ways to travel via train, line 069 bus, car, and taxi

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

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 Krefeld HbfRe42 / ...
59 min
€10–25
Drive 51.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Kempen51.4 km
36 min
€8–11
Train, line 069 bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Krefeld HbfRe42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Krefeld Hbf to Kempen Verbindungsstraße069
1h 38m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Kempen51.4 km
36 min
€150–190

Essen to Kempen by train

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Distance: 50.8 km
Duration: 59 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Krefeld Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €10–14 and the journey takes 31 min. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route twice daily.

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