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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Wesel is to train which costs €3 - €5 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Wesel is to drive which takes 35 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Wesel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Wesel Bahnhof. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Essen to Wesel?

The distance between Essen and Wesel is 38 km. The road distance is 45.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Wesel without a car is to train via Oberhausen Hbf which takes 36 min and costs €2 - €19.

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

It takes approximately 36 min to get from Essen to Wesel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Wesel train from?

Essen to Wesel train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Wesel train arrive?

Essen to Wesel train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Wesel station.

Can I drive from Essen to Wesel?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Wesel is 45 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Essen to Wesel.

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

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Where can I stay near Wesel?

There are 460+ hotels available in Wesel.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Essen to Wesel by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Oberhausen Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Weseltrain Re / ...
36 min
€3–18
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Dorsten Bftrain Re14
2. Take the bus from Dorsten ZOB Dorsten to Wesel Postbus X05 / ...
1h 56m
Drive 45.4 km
1. Drive from Essen to Weselcar 45.4 km
35 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Weseltaxi 45.4 km
35 min
€120–150
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Wesel Bahnhoftrain Re49
46 min
€3–5
Train via Essen Hbf
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Oberhausen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Weseltrain Re / ...
49 min
€3–15

Essen to Wesel by train

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Distance: 38.2 km
Duration: 36 min

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

VIAS Rail GmbH operates a train from Oberhausen Hbf to Wesel every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €9 and the journey takes 25 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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