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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Unna is to rideshare which costs €4 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Unna is to drive which takes 44 min and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Unna?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Unna. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Unna, Rathaus via Kamen, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Unna?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Unna. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Unna, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Essen to Unna?

The distance between Essen and Unna is 57 km. The road distance is 53.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Unna without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs €11 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Essen to Unna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Unna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Unna train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Unna?

The best way to get from Essen to Unna is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs €11 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €9 - €17 and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Essen to Unna bus arrive?

Essen to Unna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dortmund central bus station.

Where does the Essen to Unna train arrive?

Essen to Unna train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Unna?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Unna is 53 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Essen to Unna.

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

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Where can I stay near Unna?

There are 746+ hotels available in Unna.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Unna?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Essen and Unna. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Essen to Unna - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Essen to Unna by train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Unna, Bahnhoftrain Rb59
1h 12m
€12–38
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Essen to Unnarideshare 53.2 km
1h 3m
€4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Dortmund central bus stationbus 081 / ...
2h 29m
€10–17
Train via Dortmund Dorstfeld
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Dortmund Dorstfeldtrain S1
2. Take the train from Dortmund Dorstfeld to Unna, Bahnhoftrain S4
1h 35m
€12–21
Drive 53.1 km
1. Drive from Essen to Unnacar 53.1 km
44 min
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Unnataxi 53.1 km
44 min
€150–180

Essen to Unna by train

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Distance: 57.3 km
Duration: 1h 12m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Unna, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf in around 1h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Dortmund central bus station hourly. Tickets cost €3–6 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Three other operators also service this route.

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