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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Unkel is to drive which costs €15 - €23 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Unkel is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs €15 - €23.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Unkel?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Unkel. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Unkel Bf via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Essen to Unkel?

The distance between Essen and Unkel is 133 km. The road distance is 108.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Unkel without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs €24 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Essen to Unkel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Unkel train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Unkel?

The best way to get from Essen to Unkel is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs €24 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h.

Where does the Essen to Unkel train arrive?

Essen to Unkel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Unkel?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Unkel is 109 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Essen to Unkel.

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

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Where can I stay near Unkel?

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Essen to Unkel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Unkel 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 Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Unkel Bftrain Rb27 / ...
1h 56m
€25–56
Drive 108.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Unkelcar 108.9 km
1h 7m
€16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus FlixBus N710 / ...
2. Take the bus from Troisdorf Bf to Unkel Bfbus Re8x
3h
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln-Ehrenfeldtrain Re
2. Take the train from Köln Ehrenfeld Bf Ehrenfeld to Unkel Bftrain Rb27 / ...
2h 29m
Train via Cologne #2
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Unkel Bftrain Rb27 / ...
2h 32m
€29–44

Essen to Unkel by train

140Weekly Trains

1h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 132.9 km
Duration: 1h 56m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Unkel Bf via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf in around 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Unkel Bf via Cologne Airport CGN, Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, Troisdorf Bf, and Troisdorf Bf in around 3h.

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