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

The cheapest way to get from Sittard to Essen is to bus which costs €11 - €24 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sittard to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct train between Sittard and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Sittard to Essen. However, there are services departing from Sittard and arriving at Essen Hbf via Heerlen and Herzogenrath, Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Sittard to Essen?

The distance between Sittard and Essen is 123 km. The road distance is 110.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sittard to Essen without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Sittard to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sittard to Essen train from?

Sittard to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Herzogenrath, Bf station.

Train or bus from Sittard to Essen?

The best way to get from Sittard to Essen is to bus which takes 3h 49m and costs €11 - €24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €26 - €55 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Sittard to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sittard to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Sittard to Essen is 111 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Sittard to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2399+ hotels available in Essen.

Sittard to Essen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sittard to Essen by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sittard-Geleen, Sittard Stadhuis to Geilenkirchen, Bahnhofbus Sb3
2. Take the train from Geilenkirchen, Bf to Essen Hbftrain Rb33
2h 53m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roermond to Essen central train stationbus 380
3h 49m
€12–24
Drive 110.8 km
1. Drive from Sittard to Essencar 110.8 km
1h 12m
€20–29
Train
1. Take the train from Herzogenrath, Bf to Essen Hbftrain Rb33
2h 55m
€26–53
Bus, train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the bus from Sittard-Geleen, Sittard Stadhuis to Geilenkirchen, Bahnhofbus Sb3
2. Take the train from Geilenkirchen to Neuss Hbftrain Re
3. Take the train from Neuss Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
3h 31m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sittard to Essen.

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Distance: 122.7 km
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Sittard, Netherlands and Essen, Germany?

FlixBus operates a bus from Roermond to Essen central train station once daily. Tickets cost €6–11 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Herzogenrath, Bf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €18–27 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route twice daily.

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