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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Meppen is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Meppen is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Meppen?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Meppen. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Meppen, Bahnhof via Gelsenkirchen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Essen to Meppen?

The distance between Essen and Meppen is 173 km. The road distance is 155.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Meppen without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs €40 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Essen to Meppen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Meppen train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Meppen train arrive?

Essen to Meppen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Meppen, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen to Meppen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Meppen is 155 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Essen to Meppen.

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

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Where can I stay near Meppen?

There are 315+ hotels available in Meppen.

Essen to Meppen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Essen to Meppen 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 Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Meppen, Bahnhof35
2h 49m
€42–63
Drive 155.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Meppen155.1 km
1h 26m
€22–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Münster bus stop380 / ...
2. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Meppen, Bahnhof35
4h 3m
€26–41

Essen to Meppen by train

44Weekly Trains

2h 49mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.6 km
Duration: 2h 49m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Meppen, Bahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €37–42 and the journey takes 1h 41m.

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