The average train between Flensburg and Essen takes 6h 2m and the fastest train takes 5h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Flensburg to Essen. 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 Flensburg and Essen. The earliest departure is at 4:17 AM at night, and the last departure from Flensburg is at 9:17 PM which arrives into Essen at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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5h 37m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Flensburg to Essen? 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 Flensburg to Essen. However, there are services departing from Flensburg station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Hamburg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.
Flensburg to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Flensburg station.
Flensburg to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Flensburg and Essen is 403.9 km. The road distance is 507 km.
You can take a train from Flensburg to Essen Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 5h 59m.