The train between Erfurt and Essen takes 3h 57m. 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 twice daily between Erfurt and Essen. The earliest departure is at 7:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Erfurt is at 1:41 PM which arrives into Essen at 5:38 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Erfurt Hbf station and arriving at Essen Hbf station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 57m.
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.
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The distance between Erfurt and Essen is 285 km. The road distance is 335 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Erfurt Hbf to Essen Hbf 3 times a day. Tickets cost €65–140 and the journey takes 3h 57m.