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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Willich?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Willich. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Willich Parkstr. via D-Flughafen Term. A/B/C and Meerbusch Osterath Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Willich?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Willich. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Krefeld Edelstahlwerk Tor 3 via Krefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Essen to Willich?

The distance between Essen and Willich is 42 km. The road distance is 47.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Willich without a car is to train and line 042 tram which takes 51 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Essen to Willich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Willich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Willich train from?

Essen to Willich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Willich bus arrive?

Essen to Willich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf Airport station.

Where does the Essen to Willich train arrive?

Essen to Willich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Krefeld Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Willich?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Willich is 48 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Essen to Willich.

Where can I stay near Willich?

There are 1929+ hotels available in Willich.

Essen to Willich - 5 ways to travel via train, line 042 tram, and line 081 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Willich by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 042 tram
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Krefeld Hbftrain Re42 / ...
2. Take the tram from Krefeld Hbf to Krefeld Edelstahlwerk Tor 3tram 042
51 min
Drive 47.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Willichcar 47.6 km
35 min
€7–10
Line 081 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Düsseldorf Airportbus 081 / ...
2. Take the bus from D-Flughafen Term. A/B/C to Meerbusch Osterath Bfbus Sb52
1h 44m
€10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Willichtaxi 47.6 km
35 min
€140–180
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Willich Anrath Bftrain Rb33
2. Take the bus from Willich Anrath Bf to Willich St. Töniser Straßebus X49
1h 46m
€14–20

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Essen to Willich.

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Distance: 42.5 km
Duration: 51 min

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

You can take a bus from Essen central train station to Willich Parkstr. via Düsseldorf Airport, D-Flughafen Term. A/B/C, and Meerbusch Osterath Bf in around 1h 44m.

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