The average train between Essen and Tübingen takes 4h 39m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Tübingen. 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 Tübingen. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Tübingen at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 18m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Essen to Tübingen? 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 Tübingen. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Tübingen Hauptbahnhof station via Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.
Essen to Tübingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Tübingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Tübingen Hauptbahnhof station.
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The distance between Essen and Tübingen is 357.3 km. The road distance is 437 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Tübingen Hauptbahnhof via Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 53m.