The average train between Essen and Regensburg takes 6h 56m and the fastest train takes 5h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Regensburg. 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 every 3 hours between Essen and Regensburg. The earliest departure is at 4:27 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 6:55 PM which arrives into Regensburg at 7:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Nürnberg Hbf and take an average of 6h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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6h 23m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Essen to Regensburg? 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 Regensburg. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Regensburg Hbf station via Nürnberg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.
Essen to Regensburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Regensburg train services, operated by agilis, arrive at Regensburg Hbf station.
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The distance between Essen and Regensburg is 452.3 km. The road distance is 564 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Regensburg Hbf via Nürnberg Hbf and Nuernberg Hbf in around 5h 27m.