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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Korbach is to bus which costs €13 - €19 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Korbach is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Korbach?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Korbach. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Korbach Briloner Landstraße via Winterberg, Bahnhof, Küstelberg and Medebach, Park Hochsauerland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Korbach?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Korbach. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Korbach Hauptbahnhof via Dortmund Hbf and Brilon Wald, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Essen to Korbach?

The distance between Essen and Korbach is 164 km. The road distance is 158.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Korbach without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs €30 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Essen to Korbach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Korbach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Korbach train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Korbach?

The best way to get from Essen to Korbach is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs €30 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €19 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Essen to Korbach bus arrive?

Essen to Korbach bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Winterberg train station.

Where does the Essen to Korbach train arrive?

Essen to Korbach train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Brilon Wald, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen to Korbach?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Korbach is 159 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Essen to Korbach.

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

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Where can I stay near Korbach?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Korbach by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Brilon Wald, BahnhofRe57
2. Take the train from Brilon Wald, Bahnhof to Korbach HauptbahnhofRb97 / ...
4h 21m
€33–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Winterberg train station056
6h 35m
€13–19
Drive 158.9 km
1. Drive from Essen to Korbach158.9 km
1h 51m
€23–33
Train via Hagen
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hagen HbfS9
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Brilon Wald, Bahnhof
3. Take the train from Brilon Wald, Bahnhof to Korbach Hauptbahnhof
4h 32m
€36–53
Train via Kassel
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Kassel-WilhelmshoeheRe
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Korbach HauptbahnhofRb4
4h 42m
€54–114

Essen to Korbach by train

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4h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.9 km
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Korbach Hauptbahnhof via Dortmund Hbf and Brilon Wald, Bahnhof in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Winterberg train station once a week. Tickets cost €13–19 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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