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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Wetzlar is to bus which costs €17 - €35 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Wetzlar is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Wetzlar?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Wetzlar. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Wetzlar via Montabaur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Essen to Wetzlar?

The distance between Essen and Wetzlar is 237 km. The road distance is 185.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Wetzlar without a car is to train and bus via Montabaur which takes 4h 48m and costs €45 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Essen to Wetzlar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Wetzlar bus from?

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

Where does the Essen to Wetzlar bus arrive?

Essen to Wetzlar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Montabaur station.

Can I drive from Essen to Wetzlar?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Wetzlar is 185 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Essen to Wetzlar.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Wetzlar?

Book your Essen to Wetzlar bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Wetzlar?

There are 170+ hotels available in Wetzlar.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Wetzlar 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 via Montabaur
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Montabaurtrain Ice
3. Take the bus from Montabaur to Wetzlarbus
4h 48m
€49–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Montabaurbus N161
2. Take the bus from Montabaur to Wetzlarbus N780
5h 30m
€17–31
Drive 185.5 km
1. Drive from Essen to Wetzlarcar 185.5 km
1h 46m
€26–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2. Take the train from Koeln Messe/Deutz to Koblenz Hbftrain Re
3. Take the bus from Coblenz central train station to Wetzlarbus
5h 46m

Essen to Wetzlar by train and bus

5Weekly Services

4h 48mAverage Duration

€49Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 237.2 km
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Essen central train station to Wetzlar via Montabaur in around 5h 30m.

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