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

The cheapest way to get from Vechta to Essen is to drive which costs €27 - €40 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vechta to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Vechta and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Vechta to Essen. However, there are services departing from Vechta and arriving at Essen Hbf via Osnabrück Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Vechta to Essen?

The distance between Vechta and Essen is 203 km. The road distance is 189.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Vechta to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs €40 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Vechta to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vechta to Essen train from?

Vechta to Essen train services, operated by NordWestBahn, depart from Vechta station.

Where does the Vechta to Essen train arrive?

Vechta to Essen train services, operated by NordWestBahn, arrive at Osnabrück Hbf station.

Can I drive from Vechta to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Vechta to Essen is 189 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Vechta to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2555+ hotels available in Essen.

Vechta to Essen - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Vechta to Essen by train, car, or bus

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 Vechta to Osnabrück HbfRb58
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Essen Hbf43 / ...
2h 47m
€42–78
Drive 189.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Vechta to Essen189.2 km
1h 43m
€27–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vechta Universität to Diepholz BahnhofOm2
2. Take the train from Diepholz to Essen Hbf43
3h 15m

Vechta to Essen by train

152Weekly Trains

2h 47mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.1 km
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a train from Vechta to Essen Hbf via Osnabrück Hbf in around 2h 47m.

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