The average train between Essen and Speyer takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Speyer. 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 Speyer. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Speyer at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 56m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Essen to Speyer? 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 Speyer. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Essen to Speyer train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Speyer train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.
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The distance between Essen and Speyer is 257.9 km. The road distance is 306 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €50–110 and the journey takes 2h 26m.