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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Kerkrade is to drive which costs €19 - €29 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Kerkrade is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Kerkrade?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Kerkrade. However, there are services departing from Südviertel, Essen and arriving at Kerkrade, Einderstraat via Aachen, Bushof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Essen to Kerkrade?

The distance between Essen and Kerkrade is 114 km. The road distance is 110.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Kerkrade without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €20 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Essen to Kerkrade, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Kerkrade bus from?

Essen to Kerkrade bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Südviertel, Essen station.

Train or bus from Essen to Kerkrade?

The best way to get from Essen to Kerkrade is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €20 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 34 bus, which costs and takes 3h.

Where does the Essen to Kerkrade bus arrive?

Essen to Kerkrade bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Can I drive from Essen to Kerkrade?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Kerkrade is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Essen to Kerkrade.

Where can I stay near Kerkrade?

There are 1196+ hotels available in Kerkrade.

Essen to Kerkrade - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 34 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Kerkrade 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 Herzogenrath, Bftrain Rb33
2h 25m
€21–54
Drive 110.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Kerkradecar 110.4 km
1h 16m
€20–29
Bus, line 34 bus
1. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Bushof to Kerkrade, Einderstraatbus 34
3h
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Neuss Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Neuss Hbf to Herzogenrathtrain Re
3h 11m
€24–48

Essen to Kerkrade by train and bus

160Weekly Services

2h 25mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.8 km
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Kerkrade, Netherlands?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Herzogenrath, Bf hourly. Tickets cost €18–27 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Südviertel, Essen to Kerkrade, Einderstraat via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße and Aachen, Bushof in around 3h.

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