The average train between Essen and Schweinfurt takes 4h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Schweinfurt. 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 Schweinfurt. The earliest departure is at 4:27 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 6:55 PM which arrives into Schweinfurt at 1:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 34m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Essen to Schweinfurt? 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 Schweinfurt. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Schweinfurt Hbf station via Würzburg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.
Essen to Schweinfurt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Schweinfurt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Schweinfurt Hbf station.
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The distance between Essen and Schweinfurt is 274.7 km. The road distance is 371 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Schweinfurt Hbf via Würzburg Hbf in around 3h 49m.