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

The cheapest way to get from Wesel to Essen is to drive which costs €6 - €9 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wesel to Essen is to drive which takes 37 min and costs €6 - €9.

Is there a direct train between Wesel and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wesel Bahnhof and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Wesel to Essen?

The distance between Wesel and Essen is 44 km. The road distance is 43.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Wesel to Essen without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs €10 - €15.

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

The train from Wesel Bahnhof to Essen Hbf takes 43 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Wesel to Essen train from?

Wesel to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Wesel Bahnhof station.

Where does the Wesel to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wesel to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Wesel to Essen is 44 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Wesel to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Wesel to Essen - 6 ways to travel via train, line 1813 bus, car, taxi, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Wesel to Essen 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 Wesel Bahnhof to Essen Hbftrain Re49
43 min
€10–15
Drive 43.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Wesel to Essencar 43.9 km
37 min
€7–9
Line 1813 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wesel to Oberhausen Hbfbus 1813 / ...
2. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
1h 13m
€11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wesel to Essentaxi 43.9 km
37 min
€110–140
Train via Oberhausen Hbf
1. Take the train from Wesel to Oberhausen Hbftrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
52 min
€11–18
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wesel Post to Dorsten ZOB Dorstenbus X05
2. Take the train from Dorsten Bf to Essen Hbftrain Re14
1h 33m

Wesel to Essen by train

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43 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 44.1 km
Duration: 43 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Wesel Bahnhof to Essen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €10–15 and the journey takes 43 min.

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