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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen Hbf and Lübeck takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen Hbf to Lübeck. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 18m
Duration
414 km
Distance
€75
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Essen Hbf to Lübeck train times

Trains run hourly between Essen Hbf and Lübeck. The earliest departure is at 3:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen Hbf is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Lübeck at 12:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 46m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 25m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 36m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 36m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 25m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 36m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 25m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 46m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 25m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 46m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 25m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 24m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essen Hbf to Lübeck? 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.

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  • Distance: 414.1 km
  • Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Essen Hbf, Germany and Lübeck, Germany?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Lübeck Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 3h 48m.

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