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

The cheapest way to get from Gerolstein to Essen is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gerolstein to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Gerolstein and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Gerolstein to Essen. However, there are services departing from Gerolstein, Bahnhof/ZOB and arriving at Essen Hbf via Kall Bf and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Gerolstein to Essen?

The distance between Gerolstein and Essen is 186 km. The road distance is 164.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Gerolstein to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €35 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Gerolstein to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gerolstein to Essen train from?

Gerolstein to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Gerolstein, Bahnhof/ZOB station.

Where does the Gerolstein to Essen train arrive?

Gerolstein to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Kall Bf station.

Can I drive from Gerolstein to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gerolstein to Essen is 164 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Gerolstein to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2359+ hotels available in Essen.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Gerolstein to Essen by train (Eurostar), bus, train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Gerolstein, Bahnhof/ZOB to Kall Bftrain
2. Take the train from Kall Bf to Köln Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 43 / ...
2h 58m
€38–102
Drive 164.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gerolstein to Essencar 164.1 km
1h 39m
€23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gerolstein, Bahnhof/ZOB to Euskirchen Bfbus Re22
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
4h 54m
€37–98

Gerolstein to Essen by train

75Weekly Trains

2h 58mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.3 km
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Gerolstein, Bahnhof/ZOB to Essen Hbf via Kall Bf and Köln Hbf in around 2h 58m.

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