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

The cheapest way to get from Schwerte to Essen is to drive which costs €6 - €10 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Schwerte to Essen is to drive which takes 30 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct train between Schwerte and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Schwerte to Essen. However, there are services departing from Schwerte, Bahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Schwerte to Essen?

The distance between Schwerte and Essen is 52 km. The road distance is 47.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Schwerte to Essen without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs €14 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Schwerte to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schwerte to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Schwerte to Essen?

The best way to get from Schwerte to Essen is to train which takes 47 min and costs €14 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €80 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Schwerte to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schwerte to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Schwerte to Essen is 47 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Schwerte to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Schwerte to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Schwerte to Essen by train (Eurostar), 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 Schwerte, Bahnhof to Dortmund Hbftrain Rb53 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
47 min
€14–65
Drive 47.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Schwerte to Essencar 47.2 km
30 min
€7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen central train stationbus 081 / ...
2h 20m
€12–75
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Schwerte to Essentaxi 47.2 km
30 min
€130–160

Schwerte to Essen by train

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Distance: 51.7 km
Duration: 47 min

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

You can take a train from Schwerte, Bahnhof to Essen Hbf via Dortmund Hbf in around 47 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen central train station hourly. Tickets cost €5–8 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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