The average train between Berlin Hbf and Essen takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Berlin Hbf to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Berlin Hbf and Essen. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Berlin Hbf is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Essen at 5:14 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Berlin Hbf station and arriving at Essen station. Services depart 5 times a day, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 54m.
Berlin Hbf to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Berlin Hbf to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Berlin Hbf to Essen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and FlixTrain GmbH.
The distance between Berlin Hbf and Essen is 451 km. The road distance is 513 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €90–420 and the journey takes 4h 58m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 3 times a day.