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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Velen is to drive which costs €8 - €12 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Velen is to drive which takes 39 min and costs €8 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Velen?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Velen. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Velen, Schloss via Borken, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Essen to Velen?

The distance between Essen and Velen is 64 km. The road distance is 59.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Velen without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Essen to Velen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Velen bus from?

Essen to Velen bus services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Velen bus arrive?

Essen to Velen bus services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, arrive at Borken, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen to Velen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Velen is 59 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Essen to Velen.

Where can I stay near Velen?

There are 262+ hotels available in Velen.

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

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

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 Borken, Bahnhoftrain Re14
2. Take the bus from Borken, Bahnhof to Velen, Schlossbus R51 / ...
1h 34m
Drive 59.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Velencar 59.2 km
39 min
€9–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Borken, Bahnhofbus Re14
2h 49m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Velentaxi 59.2 km
39 min
€140–180

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 64.1 km
Duration: 1h 34m

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

RheinRuhrBahn operates a bus from Essen Hbf to Borken, Bahnhof 3 times a week, and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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