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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Marl is to drive which costs €4 - €6 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Marl is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs €75 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Marl?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Marl Mitte. Services depart once daily, and operate Thursday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Marl?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Marl Mitte. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Essen to Marl?

The distance between Essen and Marl is 35 km. The road distance is 29.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Marl without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs €9 - €14.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Marl Mitte takes 36 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Essen to Marl bus from?

Essen to Marl bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Marl train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Marl?

The best way to get from Essen to Marl is to train which takes 36 min and costs €9 - €14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €9 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Essen to Marl bus arrive?

Essen to Marl bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Marl Mitte station.

Where does the Essen to Marl train arrive?

Essen to Marl train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Marl Mitte station.

Can I drive from Essen to Marl?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Marl is 29 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Essen to Marl.

Where can I stay near Marl?

There are 1045+ hotels available in Marl.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Marl by train, bus, taxi, 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 Marl Mittetrain S9
36 min
€9–14
Drive 29.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Marlcar 29.4 km
27 min
€5–6
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbftrain Re42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf to Marl Sickingmühler Str.bus Sb27
1h 27m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Marltaxi 29.4 km
27 min
€75–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Marl Mittebus S9
1h 35m
€6–9

Essen to Marl by train

163Weekly Trains

36 minAverage Duration

€9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 34.6 km
Duration: 36 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Marl Mitte hourly. Tickets cost €9–14 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Essen Hbf to Marl Mitte once daily. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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