The average train between Berlin Hbf and Essen takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. There is a train service every few hours 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 hourly between Berlin Hbf and Essen. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Berlin Hbf is at 5:47 PM which arrives into Essen at 10:36 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 36m. 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 hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 36m.
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).
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 €95–400 and the journey takes 4h 58m.