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

The cheapest way to get from Kerpen to Essen is to drive which costs €13 - €20 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kerpen to Essen is to drive which takes 53 min and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Kerpen and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Kerpen to Essen. However, there are services departing from Kerpen Kolping-Center and arriving at Südviertel, Essen via Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Kerpen and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Kerpen to Essen. However, there are services departing from Kerpen Sindorf and arriving at Essen Hbf via Koeln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Kerpen to Essen?

The distance between Kerpen and Essen is 103 km. The road distance is 89.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kerpen to Essen without a car is to train via Koeln Hbf which takes 1h 24m and costs €9 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Kerpen to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kerpen to Essen bus from?

Kerpen to Essen bus services, operated by REVG, depart from Kerpen Kolping-Center station.

Where do I catch the Kerpen to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Kerpen to Essen?

The best way to get from Kerpen to Essen is to train via Koeln Hbf which takes 1h 24m and costs €9 - €65. Alternatively, you can line 920 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Kerpen to Essen bus arrive?

Kerpen to Essen bus services, operated by REVG, arrive at Kerpen Horrem Bf station.

Where does the Kerpen to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kerpen to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kerpen to Essen is 90 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Kerpen to Essen.

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Kerpen to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, line 920 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kerpen to Essen by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train via Koeln Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Kerpen Sindorf to Köln Hbftrain S19
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Ice / ...
1h 24m
€9–63
Line 920 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Kerpen Kolping-Center to Kerpen Horrem Bfbus 976 / ...
2. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Südviertel, Essenbus Mykolayiv
2h 29m
Drive 89.8 km
1. Drive from Kerpen to Essencar 89.8 km
53 min
€14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Horrem to Essen Hbftrain Re
2h 12m

Kerpen to Essen by train

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Distance: 103.4 km
Duration: 1h 24m

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

You can take a train from Kerpen Sindorf to Essen Hbf via Koeln Hbf in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kerpen Kolping-Center to Südviertel, Essen via Kerpen Horrem Bf, Horrem, Koeln-Ehrenfeld, and Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis in around 2h 29m.

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