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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Wittlich is to bus which costs €27 - €40 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Wittlich is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Wittlich?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Wittlich. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Wittlich via Montabaur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Essen to Wittlich?

The distance between Essen and Wittlich is 252 km. The road distance is 200.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Wittlich without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs €35 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Essen to Wittlich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Wittlich bus from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Wittlich?

The best way to get from Essen to Wittlich is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs €35 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €40 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Essen to Wittlich bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Wittlich?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Wittlich is 201 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Essen to Wittlich.

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

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

Where can I stay near Wittlich?

There are 1946+ hotels available in Wittlich.

Essen to Wittlich - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Wittlich by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain 91 / ...
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Wittlich, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re11 / ...
3h 15m
€37–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Montabaurbus N161
2. Take the bus from Montabaur to Wittlichbus N780
6h 25m
€28–39
Drive 200.7 km
1. Drive from Essen to Wittlichcar 200.7 km
1h 59m
€28–40
Train via Duisburg Hbf
1. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Koblenz Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Wittlich, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re11 / ...
4h 7m
€38–147
Train #2
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Wittlich, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re12
4h 13m
€40–103

Essen to Wittlich by train and bus

33Weekly Services

3h 15mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Essen to Wittlich.

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Distance: 252.2 km
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Wittlich, ZOB via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof, Wittlich, Hauptbahnhof, and Wittlich, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Wittlich via Montabaur in around 6h 25m.

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