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

The cheapest way to get from Selm to Essen is to drive which costs €7 - €12 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Selm to Essen is to drive which takes 49 min and costs €7 - €12.

Is there a direct train between Selm and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Selm to Essen. However, there are services departing from Beifang, Bahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Selm to Essen?

The distance between Selm and Essen is 58 km. The road distance is 54.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Selm to Essen without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs €12 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Selm to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Selm to Essen train from?

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

Where does the Selm to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Selm to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Selm to Essen is 55 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Selm to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 412+ hotels available in Essen.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Selm to Essen by train (Eurostar), bus, train, 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 Beifang, Bahnhof to Dortmund Hbftrain Rb51
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
56 min
€13–68
Drive 54.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Selm to Essencar 54.5 km
49 min
€8–12
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Selm, Seilandstr. to Lünen, ZOB - Hbfbus R19 / ...
2. Take the train from Lünen, ZOB - Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain
3. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen central train stationbus 081 / ...
2h 6m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Selm to Essentaxi 54.5 km
49 min
€150–190

Selm to Essen by train

231Weekly Trains

56 minAverage Duration

€13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 58.2 km
Duration: 56 min

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

You can take a train from Beifang, Bahnhof to Essen Hbf via Dortmund Hbf in around 56 min.

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