The average train between Erfurt and Essen takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Erfurt 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 3 times a day between Erfurt and Essen. The earliest departure is at 7:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Erfurt is at 1:18 PM which arrives into Essen at 5:38 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Erfurt station and arriving at Essen station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 18m.
Erfurt to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Erfurt Hbf station.
Erfurt to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Erfurt to Essen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Erfurt and Essen is 285 km. The road distance is 402 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Erfurt Hbf to Essen Hbf 5 times a day. Tickets cost €70–310 and the journey takes 3h 57m.