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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Mechernich is to drive which costs €17 - €25 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Mechernich is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs €17 - €25.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Mechernich?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Mechernich. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Mechernich Bf via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Essen to Mechernich?

The distance between Essen and Mechernich is 136 km. The road distance is 118.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Mechernich without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €26 - €65.

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

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Mechernich train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Mechernich train arrive?

Essen to Mechernich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Mechernich?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Mechernich is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Essen to Mechernich.

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

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Where can I stay near Mechernich?

There are 976+ hotels available in Mechernich.

Essen to Mechernich - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 142 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Mechernich by train (Eurostar), bus, train, 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 Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Mechernich Bftrain Re22 / ...
2h 2m
€26–61
Drive 118.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Mechernichcar 118.5 km
1h 7m
€18–25
Bus, line 142 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus
2. Take the bus from Köln Ehrenfeld Bf Ehrenfeld to Köln Süd Bfbus 142
3. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Mechernich Bftrain
2h 20m
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mechernich Bftrain Re22 / ...
2h 42m
€30–45

Essen to Mechernich by train

184Weekly Trains

2h 2mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Essen to Mechernich.

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Distance: 135.6 km
Duration: 2h 2m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Mechernich Bf via Köln Hbf in around 2h 2m.

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