What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Linz am Rhein?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Linz am Rhein is to drive which costs €16 - €25 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Linz am Rhein?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Linz am Rhein is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs €16 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Linz am Rhein?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Linz am Rhein. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Linz via Troisdorf Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Linz am Rhein?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Linz am Rhein. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Remagen via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Essen to Linz am Rhein?

The distance between Essen and Linz am Rhein is 138 km. The road distance is 115.9 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Linz am Rhein without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Linz am Rhein without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs €21 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Linz am Rhein?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Essen to Linz am Rhein, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Linz am Rhein bus from?

Essen to Linz am Rhein bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Linz am Rhein train from?

Essen to Linz am Rhein train services, operated by National Express, depart from Duisburg Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Linz am Rhein?

The best way to get from Essen to Linz am Rhein is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs €21 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Essen to Linz am Rhein bus arrive?

Essen to Linz am Rhein bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Essen to Linz am Rhein train arrive?

Essen to Linz am Rhein train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Remagen station.

Can I drive from Essen to Linz am Rhein?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Linz am Rhein is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Essen to Linz am Rhein.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Linz am Rhein?

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Where can I stay near Linz am Rhein?

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Essen to Linz am Rhein - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 66 tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Linz am Rhein by train, bus, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Remagentrain Re
2h 34m
€21–81
Drive 115.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Linz am Rheincar 115.9 km
1h 13m
€17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus FlixBus N710 / ...
2. Take the bus from Troisdorf Bf to Linzbus Re8x / ...
3h 15m
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2. Take the train from Koeln Messe/Deutz to Remagentrain Re
3h 14m
€28–43
Train, line 66 tram, line 565 bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Siegburg Bftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the tram from Siegburg Bf to Bad Honnef Rhöndorf Bftram 66
3. Take the bus from Bad Honnef Rhöndorf Bf to Linzbus 565
3h 28m

Essen to Linz am Rhein by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 138.4 km
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Linz am Rhein, Germany?

National Express operates a train from Duisburg Hbf to Remagen hourly, and the journey takes 1h 33m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Linz via Cologne Airport CGN, Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, Troisdorf Bf, and Troisdorf Bf in around 3h 15m.

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