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Essen Hbf
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Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
Dining
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
Hotel
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
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FAQ: Travel from Essen Hbf
Everything you need to know about Essen Hbf: From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.

Main attractions near Essen Hbf include the Museum Folkwang, renowned for its modern art collection, and the Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its historical significance and architecture.
Car rental services are not available at Essen Hbf.
Essen Hbf is approximately 0.517 kilometers from the city center.
You can get to the city center from Essen Hbf conveniently by taking a taxi.
It is recommended to arrive at Essen Hbf at least 20-30 minutes before your departure to ensure you have enough time to locate your platform and board your train comfortably.
Essen Hbf is located at Am Hauptbahnhof 5, 45127 Essen.
The train fare from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf Airport, the nearest major airport, varies based on booking conditions, class, and time, typically ranging from €10 to €20.
Traveling early morning or late evening at Essen Hbf is generally considered safe, as the station is well-lit and regularly patrolled by security personnel, though staying mindful of your surroundings is always advisable.
Security measures like surveillance are in place at Essen Hbf to ensure passenger safety, and ticket checks are commonly conducted by train staff during travel to ensure possession of valid tickets.
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