The average train between Essen and Weimar takes 4h 46m and the fastest train takes 4h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Weimar. 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 3 times a day between Essen and Weimar. The earliest departure is at 10:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 4:15 PM which arrives into Weimar at 9:04 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Weimar. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Weimar station via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.
Essen to Weimar train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Weimar train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.
Book your Essen to Weimar train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Abellio GmbH and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Essen and Weimar is 305.2 km. The road distance is 423 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Erfurt Hbf 5 times a day. Tickets cost €70–310 and the journey takes 4h.