The average train between Essen and Halle (Saale) takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 41m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Essen to Halle (Saale). 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 6 times a week between Essen and Halle (Saale). The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 4:21 PM which arrives into Halle (Saale) at 9:02 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

4h 42m • 1 change
4h 48m • 1 change
4h 41m • 1 change
4h 45m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Essen to Halle (Saale)? 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 Halle (Saale). However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Halle (Saale) station via Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Essen to Halle (Saale) train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Halle (Saale) train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Halle(Saale)Hbf station.
Book your Essen to Halle (Saale) train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Essen and Halle (Saale) is 344 km. The road distance is 469 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbf via Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 22m.