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

The cheapest way to get from Vlotho to Essen is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vlotho to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Vlotho and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Vlotho to Essen. However, there are services departing from Vlotho, Bahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf via Herford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Vlotho to Essen?

The distance between Vlotho and Essen is 177 km. The road distance is 171.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Vlotho to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €30 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Vlotho to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vlotho to Essen train from?

Vlotho to Essen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Herford station.

Where does the Vlotho to Essen train arrive?

Vlotho to Essen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Vlotho to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Vlotho to Essen is 172 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Vlotho to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2575+ hotels available in Essen.

Vlotho to Essen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 434 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Herford to Essen Hbftrain Re
2h 31m
€30–75
Drive 171.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Vlotho to Essencar 171.8 km
1h 33m
€26–37
Bus, line 434 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vlotho, Kirchplatz to Vlo-Exter, Wendeplatzbus Vb1
2. Take the bus from Vlo-Exter, Wendeplatz to Herford, Bahnhof/ZOBbus 434 / ...
3. Take the train from Herford to Bielefeld Hbftrain Re
4. Take the bus from Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof to Essen Hbfbus
3h 36m

Vlotho to Essen by train

116Weekly Trains

2h 31mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.2 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

National Express operates a train from Herford to Essen Hbf hourly, and the journey takes 1h 39m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 3 times a day.

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