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

The cheapest way to get from Meppen to Essen is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Meppen to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Meppen and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Meppen to Essen. However, there are services departing from Meppen, Bahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via Gelsenkirchen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Meppen to Essen?

The distance between Meppen and Essen is 173 km. The road distance is 153.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Meppen to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs €28 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Meppen to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Meppen to Essen train from?

Meppen to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Meppen, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Meppen to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Meppen to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Meppen to Essen is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Meppen to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Meppen to Essen by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Meppen, Bahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain 35
2h 1m
€29–71
Drive 153.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Meppen to Essencar 153.5 km
1h 29m
€23–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Meppen, Bahnhof to Münster Hauptbahnhoftrain 35
2. Take the bus from Münster-Mitte to Südviertel, Essenbus Mykolayiv
2h 49m

Meppen to Essen by train

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2h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.8 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Meppen, Bahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €27–65 and the journey takes 1h 42m.

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