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

The cheapest way to get from Melle to Essen is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melle to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Melle and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Melle to Essen. However, there are services departing from Melle Markt and arriving at Südviertel, Essen via Osnabrück Voxtrup and Osnabrück Hannoversche Straße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Melle and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Melle to Essen. However, there are services departing from Melle and arriving at Essen Hbf via Osnabrück Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Melle to Essen?

The distance between Melle and Essen is 160 km. The road distance is 157.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Melle to Essen without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs €29 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Melle to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melle to Essen bus from?

Melle to Essen bus services, operated by Schrage Reisen, depart from Melle Markt station.

Where do I catch the Melle to Essen train from?

Melle to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Osnabrück Hbf station.

Train or bus from Melle to Essen?

The best way to get from Melle to Essen is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs €29 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Melle to Essen bus arrive?

Melle to Essen bus services, operated by Schrage Reisen, arrive at Osnabrück Voxtrup station.

Where does the Melle to Essen train arrive?

Melle to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Melle to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Melle to Essen is 158 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Melle to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Essen Hbf43 / ...
1h 51m
€30–56
Drive 157.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melle to Essen157.9 km
1h 27m
€23–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melle Markt to Osnabrück Voxtrup381
2. Take the bus from Osnabrück Hannoversche Straße to Südviertel, EssenMykolayiv
3h 11m
Train via Bielefeld Hbf
1. Take the train from Melle to Bielefeld HbfRb61
2. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf10 / ...
2h 12m
€30–55

Melle to Essen by train

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1h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 159.9 km
Duration: 1h 51m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Osnabrück Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €23–45 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Melle Markt to Südviertel, Essen via Osnabrück Voxtrup and Osnabrück Hannoversche Straße in around 3h 11m.

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