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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Lahnstein is to drive which costs €23 - €35 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Lahnstein is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Lahnstein?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Lahnstein. However, there are services departing from Essen and arriving at Lahnstein Oberlahnstein Schützenplatz via Bonn UN Campus and Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Lahnstein?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Lahnstein. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Oberlahnstein via Duisburg Hbf and Koblenz Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Essen to Lahnstein?

The distance between Essen and Lahnstein is 179 km. The road distance is 166.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Lahnstein without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs €30 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Essen to Lahnstein, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Lahnstein bus from?

Essen to Lahnstein bus services, operated by , depart from Essen station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Lahnstein train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Lahnstein?

The best way to get from Essen to Lahnstein is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs €30 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Essen to Lahnstein bus arrive?

Essen to Lahnstein bus services, operated by , arrive at Bonn station.

Where does the Essen to Lahnstein train arrive?

Essen to Lahnstein train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen to Lahnstein?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Lahnstein is 167 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Essen to Lahnstein.

Where can I stay near Lahnstein?

There are 1897+ hotels available in Lahnstein.

Essen to Lahnstein - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 11 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Lahnstein 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 Duisburg Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain 43N / ...
2h 57m
€33–130
Drive 166.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Lahnsteincar 166.7 km
1h 41m
€24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen to Bonnbus Kyiv-Den haag / ...
2. Take the bus from Bonn UN Campus to Coblenz central train stationbus N93
4h 45m
Train, line 11 bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain 91 / ...
2. Take the bus from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Lahnstein Oberlahnstein Schützenplatzbus 11
3h
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2. Take the train from Koeln Messe/Deutz to Koblenz Hbftrain Re
4h 11m
€32–48

Essen to Lahnstein by train

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.8 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Duisburg Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen to Lahnstein Oberlahnstein Schützenplatz via Bonn, Bonn UN Campus, Coblenz central train station, and Koblenz Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 45m.

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