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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Rinteln is to drive which costs €27 - €45 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Rinteln is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs €27 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Rinteln?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Rinteln. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Rinteln Bahnhof via Löhne, Remarqueplatz/Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Essen to Rinteln?

The distance between Essen and Rinteln is 203 km. The road distance is 189.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Rinteln without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €35 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Essen to Rinteln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Rinteln train from?

Essen to Rinteln train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Rinteln train arrive?

Essen to Rinteln train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Loehne(Westf) station.

Can I drive from Essen to Rinteln?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Rinteln is 190 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Essen to Rinteln.

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

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Where can I stay near Rinteln?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Rinteln 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 Loehne(Westf)train Re
2h 56m
€39–96
Drive 189.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Rintelncar 189.8 km
1h 52m
€28–41
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhofbus Dnipro
2. Take the train from Löhne, Remarqueplatz/Bhf to Rinteln Bahnhoftrain Rb77
3h 5m
€42–96
Train via Hagen
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Herford, Bahnhof/ZOBtrain 55
3. Take the train from Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB to Rinteln Bahnhoftrain
4h 15m
€45–137

Essen to Rinteln by train and bus

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2h 56mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.2 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

National Express operates a train from Essen Hbf to Loehne(Westf) hourly, and the journey takes 1h 44m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route twice a week.

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