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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Minden is to drive which costs €26 - €40 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Minden is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Minden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Minden, Bahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Essen to Minden?

The distance between Essen and Minden is 176 km. The road distance is 187 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Minden without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs €28 - €45.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Minden, Bahnhof takes 1h 37m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Essen to Minden train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Minden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Minden?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Minden is 187 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Essen to Minden.

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

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Where can I stay near Minden?

There are 504+ hotels available in Minden.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Essen to Minden 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 Minden, Bahnhoftrain 10 / ...
1h 37m
€28–45
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Bielefeld Brackwede train stationbus N3204 / ...
2. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Minden, Bahnhoftrain 55 / ...
3h 10m
€24–85
Drive 187 km
1. Drive from Essen to Mindencar 187 km
1h 45m
€27–39

Essen to Minden by train

201Weekly Trains

1h 37mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.9 km
Duration: 1h 37m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Minden, Bahnhof every 2 hours. Tickets cost €28–40 and the journey takes 1h 37m. National Express also services this route hourly.

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