The average train between Bernburg and Essen takes 5h 34m and the fastest train takes 5h. The train service runs several times per day from Bernburg 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 every 3 hours between Bernburg and Essen. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Bernburg is at 10:13 PM which arrives into Essen at 5:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Köthen and take an average of 5h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 22m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bernburg to Essen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bernburg to Essen. However, there are services departing from Köthen station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Magdeburg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.
Bernburg to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köthen station.
Bernburg to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Bernburg and Essen is 328.5 km. The road distance is 392 km.
You can take a train from Bernburg Hbf to Essen Hbf via Köthen and Magdeburg Hbf in around 5h 41m.