The average train between Essen and Traben-Trarbach takes 5h and the fastest train takes 4h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Traben-Trarbach. 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 Traben-Trarbach. The earliest departure is at 1:32 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 6:51 PM which arrives into Traben-Trarbach at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Düsseldorf Hbf and take an average of 5h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 7m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Essen to Traben-Trarbach? 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 Traben-Trarbach. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Bullay Bahnhof station via Düsseldorf Hbf station and Koblenz Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.
Essen to Traben-Trarbach train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Traben-Trarbach train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Bullay Bahnhof station.
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The distance between Essen and Traben-Trarbach is 167.4 km. The road distance is 216 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Traben-Trarbach via Düsseldorf Hbf, Koblenz Hauptbahnhof, and Bullay(Db) in around 4h 8m.