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Essen to Holzminden trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Holzminden takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Holzminden. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 58m
Duration
207 km
Distance
€56
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Essen to Holzminden train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Essen and Holzminden. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 7:13 PM which arrives into Holzminden at 6:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Paderborn Hbf and take an average of 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    National ExpressNordWestBahn11h 9m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    National ExpressNordWestBahn2h 41m • 1 change
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    National ExpressNordWestBahn2h 41m • 1 change
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    National ExpressNordWestBahn2h 41m • 1 change
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    National ExpressNordWestBahn2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    National ExpressNordWestBahn2h 41m • 1 change
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    National ExpressNordWestBahn2h 41m • 1 change
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    National ExpressNordWestBahn2h 41m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)NordWestBahn2h 39m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 207 km
  • Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Holzminden, Germany?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Holzminden via Paderborn Hbf and Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 13m.

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