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 €20 - €85 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 €25 - €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 Cologne Airport CGN and Montabaur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Wetzlar?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Wetzlar. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Wetzlar Bahnhof via Witten Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Essen to Wetzlar?

The distance between Essen and Wetzlar is 203 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 which takes 3h 52m and costs €45 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m 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 do I catch the Essen to Wetzlar train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Wetzlar?

The best way to get from Essen to Wetzlar is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs €45 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €85 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Essen to Wetzlar bus arrive?

Essen to Wetzlar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Essen to Wetzlar train arrive?

Essen to Wetzlar train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Wetzlar Bahnhof 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 train ticket from Essen to Wetzlar?

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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?

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Essen to Wetzlar - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Essen to Wetzlar by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Witten Hbf to Wetzlar Bahnhoftrain 34
3h 52m
€45–56
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus N79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Montabaurbus
3. Take the bus from Montabaur to Wetzlarbus
5h 30m
€20–84
Drive 185.5 km
1. Drive from Essen to Wetzlarcar 185.5 km
1h 46m
€26–38

Essen to Wetzlar by train

33Weekly Trains

3h 52mAverage Duration

€45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 202.8 km
Duration: 3h 52m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Witten Hbf to Wetzlar Bahnhof 5 times a day. Tickets cost €39–44 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Wetzlar via Cologne Airport CGN and Montabaur in around 5h 30m.

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