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

The cheapest way to get from Olpe to Essen is to drive which costs €15 - €22 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Olpe to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs €15 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Olpe and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Olpe to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Olpe In der Wüste and arriving at Essen central train station via Gummersbach Bf, Rösrath Stümpen and Cologne Airport CGN. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Olpe and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Olpe to Essen. However, there are services departing from Welschen Ennest and arriving at Essen Hbf via Hagen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Olpe to Essen?

The distance between Olpe and Essen is 143 km. The road distance is 104.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Olpe to Essen without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €24 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Olpe to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Olpe to Essen bus from?

Olpe to Essen bus services, operated by OVAG, depart from Olpe In der Wüste station.

Where do I catch the Olpe to Essen train from?

Olpe to Essen train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Welschen Ennest station.

Train or bus from Olpe to Essen?

The best way to get from Olpe to Essen is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €24 - €75. Alternatively, you can line 301 bus and bus, which costs and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Olpe to Essen bus arrive?

Olpe to Essen bus services, operated by OVAG, arrive at Gummersbach Bf station.

Where does the Olpe to Essen train arrive?

Olpe to Essen train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Hagen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Olpe to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Olpe to Essen is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Olpe to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Olpe to Essen - 3 ways to travel via train, line 301 bus, bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Welschen Ennest to Hagen Hbftrain Rb / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Rb40 / ...
3h 22m
€24–71
Drive 104.9 km
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1. Drive from Olpe to Essencar 104.9 km
1h 5m
€16–22
Line 301 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Olpe In der Wüste to Gummersbach Bfbus 301
2. Take the bus from Gummersbach Bf to Rösrath Stümpenbus
3. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Essen central train stationbus N79 / ...
6h 10m

Olpe to Essen by bus and train

65Weekly Services

3h 22mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.9 km
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Olpe Martinstraße 36 to Essen Hbf via Welschen Ennest Mitte, Welschen Ennest, and Hagen Hbf in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Olpe In der Wüste to Essen central train station via Gummersbach Bf, Rösrath Stümpen, and Cologne Airport CGN in around 6h 10m.

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