What is the cheapest way to get from Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Rotenburg an der Fulda and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen. However, there are services departing from Rotenburg and arriving at Essen Hbf via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen?

The distance between Rotenburg an der Fulda and Essen is 295 km. The road distance is 240.6 km.

How do I travel from Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen without a car is to train via Kassel which takes 4h 7m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen train from?

Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen train services, operated by cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH, depart from Rotenburg station.

Where does the Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen train arrive?

Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen train services, operated by cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH, arrive at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.

Can I drive from Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen is 241 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2552+ hotels available in Essen.

Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Kassel
best
1. Take the train from Rotenburg to Kassel Bahnhof WilhelmshöheRe5 / ...
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Essen HbfRe
4h 7m
Drive 240.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rotenburg an der Fulda to Essen240.6 km
2h 27m
€35–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rotenburg to Kassel Bahnhof WilhelmshöheRe5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kassel to Essen central train station023 / ...
4h 52m
Train
1. Take the train from Bebra Bahnhof to Essen Hbf51
4h 24m
€61–73

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 294.5 km
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Rotenburg an der Fulda, Germany and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Rotenburg to Essen Hbf via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe in around 4h 7m.

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