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

The cheapest way to get from Rinteln to Essen is to drive which costs €27 - €40 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rinteln to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Rinteln and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Rinteln to Essen. However, there are services departing from Rinteln Kollegienplatz and arriving at Essen Hbf via Rinteln Bahnhof and Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Rinteln and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Rinteln to Essen. However, there are services departing from Rinteln Bahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via Loehne(Westf). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Rinteln to Essen?

The distance between Rinteln and Essen is 203 km. The road distance is 190.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Rinteln to Essen without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Rinteln to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rinteln to Essen bus from?

Rinteln to Essen bus services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Rinteln Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Rinteln to Essen train from?

Rinteln to Essen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Loehne(Westf) station.

Train or bus from Rinteln to Essen?

The best way to get from Rinteln to Essen is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Rinteln to Essen bus arrive?

Rinteln to Essen bus services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Löhne, Remarqueplatz/Bhf station.

Where does the Rinteln to Essen train arrive?

Rinteln to Essen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Rinteln to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Rinteln to Essen is 190 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Rinteln to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2772+ hotels available in Essen.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Loehne(Westf) to Essen Hbftrain Re
3h 7m
Drive 190.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rinteln to Essencar 190.4 km
1h 52m
€28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rinteln Bahnhof to Löhne, Remarqueplatz/Bhfbus Rb77
2. Take the bus from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof to Essen Hbfbus Dnipro
4h 24m

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Distance: 203.3 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

National Express operates a train from Loehne(Westf) to Essen Hbf every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rinteln Kollegienplatz to Essen Hbf via Rinteln Bahnhof, Löhne, Remarqueplatz/Bhf, Loehne(Westf), Bielefeld Hbf, Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof, and Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof in around 4h 24m.

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