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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station

Cheapest
25 min
Car
34 km.
from $1

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.27–$11.45

BlaBlaCar Bus

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

DB Bus

Phone:
+49 30 311682904
Website:
bahn.com/en
Bus from Essen Hbf Kruppstrasse/Am Thyssenhaus to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.00–$9.54

Train operators

Eurostar

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

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

Deutsche Bahn Regional

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

National Express

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

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station is to bus which costs $5.98 - $8.15 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station is to drive which takes 25 min and costs $5.43 - $8.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Düsseldorf Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen Hbf Kruppstrasse/Am Thyssenhaus and arriving at Duesseldorf Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Düsseldorf Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Düsseldorf Hbf. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station?

The distance between Essen and Düsseldorf Central Station is 43 km. The road distance is 35.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs $3.37 - $59.78 .

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf takes 31 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station bus from?

Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf Kruppstrasse/Am Thyssenhaus station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station?

The best way to get from Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station is to train which takes 31 min and costs $3.37 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5.98 - $8.15 and takes 1h.

Where does the Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station bus arrive?

Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Duesseldorf Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station is 35 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station.

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

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

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

Book your Essen to Düsseldorf Central Station bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Düsseldorf Central Station?

There are 1955+ hotels available in Düsseldorf Central Station. Prices start at $35.91 per night.
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