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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Monschau is to drive which costs €19 - €29 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Monschau is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Monschau?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Monschau. However, there are services departing from Südviertel, Essen and arriving at Monschau, Altstadt via Aachen, Bushof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Essen to Monschau?

The distance between Essen and Monschau is 192 km. The road distance is 140.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Monschau without a car is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Essen to Monschau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Monschau bus from?

Essen to Monschau bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Südviertel, Essen station.

Where does the Essen to Monschau bus arrive?

Essen to Monschau bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Can I drive from Essen to Monschau?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Monschau is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Essen to Monschau.

Where can I stay near Monschau?

There are 1439+ hotels available in Monschau.

Essen to Monschau - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Monschau by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Bushof to Monschau, Altstadtbus Sb66 / ...
2h 55m
Drive 140.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Monschaucar 140.5 km
1h 39m
€20–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Aachen-Rothe Erdetrain Re
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Bahnhof Rothe Erde to Monschau, Altstadtbus Sb66 / ...
3h 17m
€32–44
Train, bus via Aachen
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Herzogenrath, Kohlscheid Bftrain Rb33
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Bahnhof Rothe Erde to Monschau, Altstadtbus Sb66 / ...
3h 45m
€31–45

Essen to Monschau by train and bus

152Weekly Services

3h 17mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 192.2 km
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Südviertel, Essen to Monschau, Altstadt via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße and Aachen, Bushof in around 2h 55m.

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