The average train between Essen and Flensburg takes 6h 7m and the fastest train takes 5h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Flensburg. 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 hourly between Essen and Flensburg. The earliest departure is at 3:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Flensburg at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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5h 41m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Essen to Flensburg? 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 Essen to Flensburg. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Flensburg station via Hamburg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.
Essen to Flensburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Flensburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Flensburg station.
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The distance between Essen and Flensburg is 403.9 km. The road distance is 507 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Flensburg via Hamburg Hbf in around 5h 24m.