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

The cheapest way to get from Obernkirchen to Essen is to drive which costs €27 - €40 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Obernkirchen to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs €27 - €40.

How far is it from Obernkirchen to Essen?

The distance between Obernkirchen and Essen is 194 km. The road distance is 198.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Obernkirchen to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €29 - €45.

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

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

Can I drive from Obernkirchen to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Obernkirchen to Essen is 199 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Obernkirchen to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2619+ hotels available in Essen.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Minden, Bahnhof to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
2h 58m
€29–45
Drive 198.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Obernkirchen to Essencar 198.7 km
1h 47m
€28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stadthagen Bahnhof to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain S1
2. Take the bus from Hannover Hbf to Essen Hbfbus Dnipro
4h 19m
Train via Osnabrück
1. Take the train from Rinteln to Herfordtrain Rb
2. Take the train from Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB to Osnabrück Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 43 / ...
4h 43m

Obernkirchen to Essen by bus and train

75Weekly Services

2h 58mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194.5 km
Duration: 2h 58m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Minden, Bahnhof to Essen Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €39–44 and the journey takes 1h 36m. National Express also services this route hourly.

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