Cities Near Oberhausen
Cities near Oberhausen, Germany: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Duisburg, Essen, Dinslaken. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Oberhausen, Germany is Duisburg, about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 18 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duisburg | 5 mi / 8 km | 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Essen | 7 mi / 11 km | 22 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Dinslaken | 8 mi / 12 km | 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Gladbeck | 8 mi / 13 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ratingen | 13 mi / 20 km | 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Velbert | 13 mi / 20 km | 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bochum-Hordel | 14 mi / 22 km | 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Krefeld | 17 mi / 27 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Wesel | 17 mi / 27 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Recklinghausen | 17 mi / 28 km | 33 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Oberhausen
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Duisburg, Essen, Dinslaken, Gladbeck, Ratingen. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Oberhausen include Duisburg, Essen, Dinslaken, Gladbeck, Ratingen. The closest is Duisburg, about 5 miles (8 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.