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How to Travel from

Maastricht to Essen

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Maastricht to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Maastricht to Herzogenrath
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.56–$24.21
Train from Maastricht to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.83–$28.03

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.31–$70.08
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$53.51–$114.67

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.76–$31.85
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.32–$49.69

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.84

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Maastricht to Herzogenrath
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.37–$9.56
Train from Maastricht to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.64–$11.47

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Herzogenrath to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$25.48
Train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.47–$16.56
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.58–$44.60

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.82–$5.61
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.74–$20.39

Arriva NL

Phone:
0800-0232 545
Website:
arriva.nl
Train from Maastricht to Herzogenrath
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10
Train from Maastricht to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Maastricht to Essen is to bus which costs $13.04 - $19.57 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maastricht to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $27.17 - $40.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Maastricht and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Maastricht and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Maastricht and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Maastricht to Essen. However, there are services departing from Maastricht and arriving at Essen Hbf via Herzogenrath and Düsseldorf Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Maastricht to Essen?

The distance between Maastricht and Essen is 142 km. The road distance is 140.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Maastricht to Essen without a car is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs $13.04 - $19.57 .

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

The bus from Maastricht to Essen central train station takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Maastricht to Essen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Maastricht to Essen train from?

Maastricht to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Maastricht station.

Train or bus from Maastricht to Essen?

The best way to get from Maastricht to Essen is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs $13.04 - $19.57 . Alternatively, you can train via Düsseldorf, which costs $22.83 - $103.26 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Maastricht to Essen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maastricht to Essen train arrive?

Maastricht to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Herzogenrath station.

Can I drive from Maastricht to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Maastricht to Essen is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Maastricht to Essen.

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

Book your Maastricht to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 1990+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $40.23 per night.
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