What is the cheapest way to get from Overath to Erkrath?

The cheapest way to get from Overath to Erkrath is to drive which costs €7 - €12 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Overath to Erkrath?

The fastest way to get from Overath to Erkrath is to drive which takes 35 min and costs €7 - €12.

Is there a direct train between Overath and Erkrath?

No, there is no direct train from Overath to Erkrath. However, there are services departing from Overath Bf and arriving at Erkrath Erkrath S via Koeln Messe/Deutz and Düsseldorf Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Overath to Erkrath?

The distance between Overath and Erkrath is 73 km. The road distance is 54.7 km.

How do I travel from Overath to Erkrath without a car?

The best way to get from Overath to Erkrath without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs €22 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Overath to Erkrath?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Overath to Erkrath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Overath to Erkrath train from?

Overath to Erkrath train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Overath Bf station.

Train or bus from Overath to Erkrath?

The best way to get from Overath to Erkrath is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs €22 - €45. Alternatively, you can line 420 bus and line 227 bus, which costs and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Overath to Erkrath train arrive?

Overath to Erkrath train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Overath to Erkrath?

Yes, the driving distance between Overath to Erkrath is 55 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Overath to Erkrath.

Where can I stay near Erkrath?

There are 2075+ hotels available in Erkrath.

Overath to Erkrath - 5 ways to travel via train, line 420 bus, and line 227 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Overath to Erkrath by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Overath Bf to Köln Messe/Deutz BfRb25
2. Take the train from Koeln Messe/Deutz to Duesseldorf HbfRe
1h 29m
€22–42
Drive 54.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Overath to Erkrath54.7 km
35 min
€8–12
Line 420 bus, line 227 bus
1. Take the bus from Overath Alter Friedhof to Bergisch Gladbach BensbergN47 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bergisch Gladbach Bensberg to Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf227
2h 28m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Overath to Erkrath54.7 km
35 min
€130–170
Line 420 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Overath Alter Friedhof to Bergisch Gladbach BensbergN47 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bensberg Busbahnhof to Düsseldorf central bus stationN20
3h 12m

Overath to Erkrath by train

248Weekly Trains

1h 29mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.3 km
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Overath, Germany and Erkrath, Germany?

You can take a train from Overath Bf to Erkrath Erkrath S via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, Koeln Messe/Deutz, and Düsseldorf Hbf in around 1h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Overath Alter Friedhof to Erkrath-Nord via Bergisch Gladbach Bensberg, Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf, Leverkusen Mitte, and Duesseldorf Hbf in around 2h 28m.

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