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 train between Essen and Linz am Rhein?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Linz. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Essen to Linz am Rhein?

The distance between Essen and Linz am Rhein is 133 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 1h 31m and costs €24 - €75.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Linz takes 1h 31m including transfers and departs once a week.

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

Essen to Linz am Rhein train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen 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 1h 31m and costs €24 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Essen to Linz am Rhein train arrive?

Essen to Linz am Rhein train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Linz 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 - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Essen to Linz am Rhein 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 Linztrain 42
1h 31m
€24–75
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 12m
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Linztrain Rb27 / ...
2h 3m
€26–63
Train via Cologne #2
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln-Ehrenfeldtrain Re
2. Take the train from Köln Ehrenfeld Bf Ehrenfeld to Linztrain Rb27 / ...
2h 36m
Train via Cologne #3
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Linztrain Rb27 / ...
2h 39m
€29–43

Essen to Linz am Rhein by train

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Distance: 132.9 km
Duration: 1h 31m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Linz once a week. Tickets cost €24–75 and the journey takes 1h 31m. 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 12m.

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