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

The cheapest way to get from Willich to Essen is to drive which costs €6 - €10 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Willich to Essen is to drive which takes 34 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct train between Willich and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Willich to Essen. However, there are services departing from Krefeld Edelstahlwerk Tor 3 and arriving at Essen Hbf via Krefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Willich to Essen?

The distance between Willich and Essen is 42 km. The road distance is 47.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Willich to Essen without a car is to line 042 tram and train which takes 1h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Willich to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Willich to Essen train from?

Willich to Essen train services, operated by Stadtwerke Krefeld AG, depart from Krefeld Edelstahlwerk Tor 3 station.

Where does the Willich to Essen train arrive?

Willich to Essen train services, operated by Stadtwerke Krefeld AG, arrive at Krefeld Hbf station.

Can I drive from Willich to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Willich to Essen is 48 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Willich to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 412+ hotels available in Essen.

Willich to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, line 042 tram, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Willich to Essen by tram, 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.

Line 042 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Krefeld Edelstahlwerk Tor 3 to Krefeld Hbftram 042
2. Take the train from Krefeld Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re42 / ...
1h 2m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Essen central train stationbus 027 / ...
2h 25m
€6–12
Drive 47.8 km
1. Drive from Willich to Essencar 47.8 km
34 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Willich to Essentaxi 47.8 km
34 min
€140–180

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Willich to Essen.

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Distance: 42.4 km
Duration: 1h 2m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Essen central train station hourly. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 1h. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route twice daily.

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