The average train between Berlin and Essen Hbf takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Berlin to Essen Hbf. 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 and Essen Hbf. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Berlin is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Essen Hbf 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 station and arriving at Essen Hbf station. Services depart 5 times a day, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 54m.
Berlin to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Berlin to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Berlin to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and FlixTrain GmbH.
The distance between Berlin and Essen Hbf is 453.8 km. The road distance is 513 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €90–410 and the journey takes 4h 58m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 3 times a day.