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Düsseldorf, Germany → Essen, Germany

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Düsseldorf to Essen

Composite routes from Düsseldorf to Essen

Cheapest
25 min
Car
36 km.
from $1
Other
1 h
Bus
31 km.
from €6.52
Details

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.63–$11.45

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54

DB Bus

Phone:
+49 30 311682904
Website:
bahn.com/en
Bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.91–$11.45

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$30.53–$69.97

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.99–$31.81

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54
Bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
3 times a day

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
info@flixbus.de
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.94–$5.73

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Düsseldorf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$4.50

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Essen is to rideshare which costs $3.85 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Düsseldorf to Essen is to train which takes 24 min and costs $3.37 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Düsseldorf and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Düsseldorf central bus station station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Düsseldorf and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Duesseldorf Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Düsseldorf to Essen?

The distance between Düsseldorf and Essen is 43 km. The road distance is 34.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Düsseldorf to Essen without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs $3.37 - $59.78 .

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

The train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Essen Hbf takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Düsseldorf to Essen bus from?

Düsseldorf to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where do I catch the Düsseldorf to Essen train from?

Düsseldorf to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Duesseldorf Hbf station.

Train or bus from Düsseldorf to Essen?

The best way to get from Düsseldorf to Essen is to train which takes 24 min and costs $3.37 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6.52 - $14.13 and takes 1h.

Where does the Düsseldorf to Essen bus arrive?

Düsseldorf to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Düsseldorf to Essen train arrive?

Düsseldorf to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Düsseldorf to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Düsseldorf to Essen is 34 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Düsseldorf to Essen.

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

Book your Düsseldorf to Essen train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

How do I get a bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen?

Book your Düsseldorf to Essen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 1889+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Düsseldorf to Essen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Düsseldorf and Essen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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