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

The cheapest way to get from Meppen to Essen Hbf is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Meppen to Essen Hbf is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Meppen and Essen Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Meppen to Essen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Meppen, Bahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via Recklinghausen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Meppen to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Meppen and Essen Hbf is 173 km. The road distance is 153.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Meppen to Essen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs €40 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Meppen to Essen Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Meppen to Essen Hbf train from?

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

What is the time difference between Meppen and Essen Hbf?

Essen Hbf is 1h behind Meppen. It is currently 7:32 PM in Meppen and 6:32 PM in Essen Hbf.

Where does the Meppen to Essen Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Meppen to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Meppen to Essen Hbf is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Meppen to Essen Hbf.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

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

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

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 Meppen, Bahnhof to Recklinghausen Hbftrain 35
2. Take the train from Recklinghausen Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re42 / ...
2h 9m
€44–64
Drive 153.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Meppen to Essen Hbfcar 153.3 km
1h 30m
€22–31
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 Hbf by train

48Weekly Trains

2h 9mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.8 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Meppen, Bahnhof to Essen Hbf via Recklinghausen Hbf in around 2h 9m.

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