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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Olsberg is to drive which costs €16 - €25 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Olsberg is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs €16 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Olsberg?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Olsberg. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Olsberg, Bahnhofstraße via Meschede, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Olsberg?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Olsberg. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Olsberg, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Essen to Olsberg?

The distance between Essen and Olsberg is 127 km. The road distance is 121.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Olsberg without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €24 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Essen to Olsberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Olsberg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Olsberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Olsberg?

The best way to get from Essen to Olsberg is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €24 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Essen to Olsberg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Olsberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Olsberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Olsberg is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Essen to Olsberg.

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

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Where can I stay near Olsberg?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Olsberg by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Olsberg, Bahnhoftrain Re57
2h 42m
€24–74
Drive 121.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Olsbergcar 121.5 km
1h 16m
€17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Meschede bus stationbus 056
2. Take the bus from Meschede, Bahnhof to Olsberg, Bahnhofstraßebus N3 / ...
4h 15m
Train via Hagen
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain Rb40 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Olsberg, Bahnhoftrain Re17 / ...
2h 43m
€24–38

Essen to Olsberg by train

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Distance: 126.5 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Olsberg, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Olsberg, Bahnhofstraße via Meschede, Bahnhof in around 4h 15m.

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