What is the cheapest way to get from Velbert to Erkelenz?

The cheapest way to get from Velbert to Erkelenz is to drive which costs €10 - €15 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Velbert to Erkelenz?

The fastest way to get from Velbert to Erkelenz is to drive which takes 54 min and costs €10 - €15.

Is there a direct train between Velbert and Erkelenz?

No, there is no direct train from Velbert to Erkelenz. However, there are services departing from Velbert Neviges Markt/Bahnhof and arriving at Erkelenz via Wuppertal-Vohwinkel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Velbert to Erkelenz?

The distance between Velbert and Erkelenz is 77 km. The road distance is 71 km.

How do I travel from Velbert to Erkelenz without a car?

The best way to get from Velbert to Erkelenz without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €18 - €28.

How long does it take to get from Velbert to Erkelenz?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Velbert to Erkelenz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Velbert to Erkelenz train from?

Velbert to Erkelenz train services, operated by National Express, depart from Wuppertal-Vohwinkel station.

Train or bus from Velbert to Erkelenz?

The best way to get from Velbert to Erkelenz is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €18 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €40 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Velbert to Erkelenz train arrive?

Velbert to Erkelenz train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Erkelenz station.

Can I drive from Velbert to Erkelenz?

Yes, the driving distance between Velbert to Erkelenz is 71 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Velbert to Erkelenz.

Where can I stay near Erkelenz?

There are 583+ hotels available in Erkelenz.

Velbert to Erkelenz - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Velbert to Erkelenz by train, 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 Wuppertal-Vohwinkel to Erkelenztrain Re
1h 45m
€19–27
Drive 71 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Velbert to Erkelenzcar 71 km
54 min
€10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Velbert ZOB to Essen Hbfbus Sb19
2. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Mönchengladbach central train stationbus 1304
3h 12m
€15–38
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Velbert to Erkelenztaxi 71 km
54 min
€210–260
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Velbert ZOB to Essen Hbfbus Sb19
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Erkelenz, Bftrain Rb33
2h 29m
€18–40

Velbert to Erkelenz by train

134Weekly Trains

1h 45mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 76.9 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Velbert, Germany and Erkelenz, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

National Express operates a train from Wuppertal-Vohwinkel to Erkelenz hourly. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Velbert ZOB to Erkelenz via Essen Hbf, Essen central train station, Mönchengladbach central train station, and Moenchengladbach Hbf in around 3h 12m.

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