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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Neuchâtel is to bus and train which costs SFr 50 - SFr 100 and takes 13h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Neuchâtel is to drive which takes 5h 54m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 160.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Neuchâtel?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Neuchâtel. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Neuchâtel via Basel SBB and Biel/Bienne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Essen to Neuchâtel?

The distance between Essen and Neuchâtel is 678 km. The road distance is 668.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Neuchâtel without a car is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Essen to Neuchâtel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Neuchâtel train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Neuchâtel train arrive?

Essen to Neuchâtel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Essen to Neuchâtel?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Neuchâtel is 668 km. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Essen to Neuchâtel.

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

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Where can I stay near Neuchâtel?

There are 382+ hotels available in Neuchâtel.

Essen to Neuchâtel - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Essen to Neuchâtel by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Basel SBB43
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Biel/BienneIc51
6h 59m
CHF 69–168
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to BernN122
2. Take the train from Bern to NeuchâtelIr66 / ...
13h 19m
CHF 51–98
Drive 668.3 km
1. Drive from Essen to Neuchâtel668.3 km
5h 54m
CHF 108–155
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)DUS - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Neuchâtel
5h 58m
CHF 105–295
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln-EhrenfeldRe
2. Take the train from Köln-Ehrenfeld to Basel SBB
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Biel/Bienne
10h 57m
CHF 107–341
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Geneva International Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)DUS - GVA
2. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Renens VD
3. Take the train from Renens VD to Neuchâtel
6h 2m
CHF 120–327
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Basel, train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)FRA - BSL
3. Take the train from Olten to Neuchâtel
6h 10m
CHF 169–384
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Basel (BSL)DUS - BSL
2. Take the train from Olten to Neuchâtel
7h 41m
CHF 126–331
Train to Cologne Bonn Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
2. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)CGN - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Neuchâtel
6h 31m
CHF 109–292

Essen to Neuchâtel by train

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6h 59mAverage Duration

CHF 69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 678 km
Duration: 6h 59m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Neuchâtel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Neuchâtel via Basel SBB and Biel/Bienne in around 6h 59m.

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