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Seven ways to Travel from Essen to Achen

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Cheapest
By car (344 km)
3 h 30 min
344 km.
from $18
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Rideshare
3 h 30 min
344 km.
from $13.09
Train
7 h
268 km.
from $150.70
Bus
9 h 10 min
268 km.
from $61.65
Train via Koblenz
7 h 40 min
268 km.
from $91.39
Train via Koblenz #2
9 h 8 min
268 km.
from $90.80

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54
Bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Saarbrücken
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.72–$38.17

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Essen central train station to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36

Grandes Tour

Phone:
+38 (044) 444 00 44
Website:
grandes-tour.com.ua/
Bus from Essen central train station to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
3 times a week

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Mannheim,
Ave. Duration:
2h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.97–$82.70
Train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$41.98–$47.07
Train from Essen Hbf to Koblenz
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$47.07–$53.43

ÖBB EuroCity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.35–$49.62

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$25.45–$36.90
Train from Köln Ehrenfeld Bf Ehrenfeld to Koblenz
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.36–$29.26

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Essen Hbf to Koeln-Ehrenfeld
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.08–$27.99

Süwex

Phone:
0621 8301200
Website:
suewex.de/
Train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$26.72–$38.17
Train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$38.17–$53.43

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Achen is to bus which costs $34.78 - $53.26 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Achen is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Achen?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Achen. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at ACHEN - Rue De Rohrbach via Cologne Airport CGN, Brauerstr./Fernbusbahnhof, Saarbrücken, Saarbrücken Hbf and SARREGUEMINES - Gare Routiere. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Essen to Achen?

The distance between Essen and Achen is 490 km. The road distance is 346.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Achen without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs $86.96 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Essen to Achen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Achen bus from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Achen?

The best way to get from Essen to Achen is to train which takes 7h and costs $86.96 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $34.78 - $53.26 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Essen to Achen bus arrive?

Essen to Achen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

What is the time difference between Essen and Achen?

It is currently 08:40 at both, Essen and Achen.

Can I drive from Essen to Achen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Achen is 347 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Essen to Achen.

Where can I stay near Achen?

There are 239+ hotels available in Achen. Prices start at $56.20 per night.
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