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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Witten is to drive which costs €4 - €6 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Witten is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs €80 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Witten?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Witten Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Witten?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Witten Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Essen to Witten?

The distance between Essen and Witten is 29 km. The road distance is 28.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Witten without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs €6 - €13.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Witten Hbf takes 24 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Essen to Witten bus from?

Essen to Witten bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Witten train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Witten?

The best way to get from Essen to Witten is to train which takes 24 min and costs €6 - €13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €5 - €7 and takes 25 min.

Where does the Essen to Witten bus arrive?

Essen to Witten bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Witten Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Witten train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Witten?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Witten is 29 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Essen to Witten.

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

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Where can I stay near Witten?

There are 1672+ hotels available in Witten.

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

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

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Essen to Witten by train

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24 minAverage Duration

€6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 29.5 km
Duration: 24 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Witten Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €8–13 and the journey takes 24 min. VIAS Rail GmbH also services this route hourly. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Essen Hbf to Witten Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €5–7 and the journey takes 25 min.

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