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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Vechta is to drive which costs €26 - €40 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Vechta is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Vechta?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Vechta. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Vechta via Osnabrück Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Essen to Vechta?

The distance between Essen and Vechta is 209 km. The road distance is 189.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Vechta without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 56m and costs .

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

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Vechta train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Vechta train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Vechta?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Vechta is 189 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Essen to Vechta.

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

Book your Essen to Vechta train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Vechta?

There are 592+ hotels available in Vechta.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Vechta 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Diepholz43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Diepholz Bahnhof to Vechta MünsterstraßeOm2 / ...
2h 56m
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Osnabrück central train stationN1387
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Diepholz42 / ...
4h 3m
€22–54
Drive 189.4 km
1. Drive from Essen to Vechta189.4 km
1h 44m
€27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf43 / ...
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to VechtaRb58
3h 5m
€50–76

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 209 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Vechta via Osnabrück Hbf in around 3h 5m.

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