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

The cheapest way to get from Unna to Essen is to drive which costs €7 - €12 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Unna to Essen is to drive which takes 43 min and costs €7 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Unna and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Unna to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Unna, Kreishaus and arriving at Essen central train station via Dortmund central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Unna and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Unna to Essen. However, there are services departing from Unna, Bahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Unna to Essen?

The distance between Unna and Essen is 57 km. The road distance is 53.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Unna to Essen without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs €10 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Unna to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Unna to Essen bus from?

Unna to Essen bus services, operated by Verkehrsgesellschaft Kreis Unna mbH, depart from Unna, Kreishaus station.

Where do I catch the Unna to Essen train from?

Unna to Essen train services, operated by Eurobahn, depart from Unna, Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Unna to Essen?

The best way to get from Unna to Essen is to train which takes 52 min and costs €10 - €40. Alternatively, you can line 235 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Unna to Essen bus arrive?

Unna to Essen bus services, operated by Verkehrsgesellschaft Kreis Unna mbH, arrive at Kamen, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Unna to Essen train arrive?

Unna to Essen train services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

Can I drive from Unna to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Unna to Essen is 53 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Unna to Essen.

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

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Unna to Essen - 5 ways to travel via train, line 235 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Unna to Essen by train (Eurostar), bus, car, taxi, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Unna, Bahnhof to Dortmund Hbftrain Rb59
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
52 min
€10–38
Drive 53.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Unna to Essencar 53.2 km
43 min
€8–12
Line 235 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Unna, Kreishaus to Kamen, Bahnhofbus 235 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Essen central train stationbus N1320 / ...
2h 8m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Unna to Essentaxi 53.2 km
43 min
€150–180
Train via Dortmund Dorstfeld
1. Take the train from Unna, Bahnhof to Dortmund Dorstfeldtrain S4
2. Take the train from Dortmund Dorstfeld to Essen Hbftrain S1 / ...
1h 30m
€9–42

Unna to Essen by train

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Distance: 57.3 km
Duration: 52 min

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

You can take a train from Unna, Bahnhof to Essen Hbf via Dortmund Hbf in around 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Unna, Kreishaus to Essen central train station via Kamen, Bahnhof, Kamen, Dortmund Hbf, and Dortmund central bus station in around 2h 8m.

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