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

The cheapest way to get from Ratingen to Essen is to drive which costs €3 - €5 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ratingen to Essen is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs €60 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Ratingen and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ratingen Ost S and arriving at Essen Süd S. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Ratingen and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ratingen Ost S and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Ratingen to Essen?

The distance between Ratingen and Essen is 24 km. The road distance is 24 km.

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

The best way to get from Ratingen to Essen without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs €4 - €7.

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

The train from Ratingen Ost S to Essen Hbf takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ratingen to Essen bus from?

Ratingen to Essen bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Ratingen Ost S station.

Where do I catch the Ratingen to Essen train from?

Ratingen to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Ratingen Ost S station.

Train or bus from Ratingen to Essen?

The best way to get from Ratingen to Essen is to train which takes 26 min and costs €4 - €7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €5 - €7 and takes 48 min.

Where does the Ratingen to Essen bus arrive?

Ratingen to Essen bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Essen Süd S station.

Where does the Ratingen to Essen train arrive?

Ratingen to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Ratingen to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratingen to Essen is 24 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Ratingen to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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There are 5 ways to get from Ratingen to Essen by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ratingen Ost S to Essen Hbftrain S6
26 min
€4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ratingen Ost S to Essen Süd Sbus S6
48 min
€5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ratingen to Essentaxi 24 km
19 min
€60–75
Drive 24 km
1. Drive from Ratingen to Essencar 24 km
19 min
€4–5
Bus via Velbert ZOB
1. Take the bus from Ratingen Bechemer Straße to Velbert ZOBbus 771
2. Take the bus from Velbert ZOB to Essen Hbfbus Sb19
1h 45m
€5–11

Ratingen to Essen by train

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Distance: 23.9 km
Duration: 26 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Ratingen Ost S to Essen Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €4–7 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Ratingen Ost S to Essen Süd S 5 times a day. Tickets cost €5–7 and the journey takes 48 min.

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