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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Ratingen is to drive which costs €3 - €5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Ratingen is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs €60 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Ratingen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen Süd S and arriving at Ratingen Ost S. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Ratingen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Ratingen Ost S. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Essen to Ratingen?

The distance between Essen and Ratingen is 24 km. The road distance is 24.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Ratingen without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs €8 - €12.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Ratingen Ost S takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Essen to Ratingen bus from?

Essen to Ratingen bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Essen Süd S station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Ratingen train from?

Essen to Ratingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Ratingen?

The best way to get from Essen to Ratingen is to train which takes 25 min and costs €8 - €12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €5 - €7 and takes 48 min.

Where does the Essen to Ratingen bus arrive?

Essen to Ratingen bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Ratingen Ost S station.

Where does the Essen to Ratingen train arrive?

Essen to Ratingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Ratingen Ost S station.

Can I drive from Essen to Ratingen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Ratingen is 24 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Essen to Ratingen.

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

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Where can I stay near Ratingen?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Ratingen by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Essen to Ratingen by train

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Distance: 23.9 km
Duration: 25 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Ratingen Ost S every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Essen Süd S to Ratingen Ost S once daily. Tickets cost €5–7 and the journey takes 48 min.

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