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 55.2 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.

Train or bus from Selm to Essen?

The best way to get from Selm to Essen is to train which takes 56 min and costs €12 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 17m.

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.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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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, 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 Re
56 min
€13–68
Drive 55.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Selm to Essencar 55.2 km
49 min
€8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Selm, Seilandstr. to Lünen, ZOB - Hbfbus R19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen central train stationbus N1320 / ...
2h 17m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Selm to Essentaxi 55.2 km
49 min
€150–190

Selm to Essen by train

230Weekly Trains

56 minAverage Duration

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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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Selm, Seilandstr. to Essen central train station via Lünen, ZOB - Hbf, Lünen, ZOB - Hbf, Dortmund Hbf, and Dortmund central bus station in around 2h 17m.

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