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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Meschede is to bus which costs €11 - €16 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Meschede is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs €14 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Meschede?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Meschede bus station station. Services depart once a week, and operate Monday. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Meschede?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Meschede. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Meschede, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Essen to Meschede?

The distance between Essen and Meschede is 111 km. The road distance is 104.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Meschede without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs €17 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Essen to Meschede, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Meschede bus from?

Essen to Meschede bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Meschede train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Meschede?

The best way to get from Essen to Meschede is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs €17 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €16 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Essen to Meschede bus arrive?

Essen to Meschede bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meschede bus station.

Where does the Essen to Meschede train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Meschede?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Meschede is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Essen to Meschede.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Meschede?

Book your Essen to Meschede bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Meschede?

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

There are 3 ways to get from Essen to Meschede by train (Eurostar), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund Hbf10 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Meschede, BahnhofRe57
2h 22m
€17–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Meschede bus station056
2h 30m
€11–16
Drive 104.9 km
1. Drive from Essen to Meschede104.9 km
1h 8m
€15–22

Essen to Meschede by train

29Weekly Trains

2h 22mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 111.3 km
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Meschede, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Meschede bus station once a week. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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