The average train between Geneva and Essen Hbf takes 9h 24m and the fastest train takes 8h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Geneva to Essen Hbf. 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 4 hours between Geneva and Essen Hbf. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Geneva is at 7:35 PM which arrives into Essen Hbf at 9:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Renens VD and take an average of 9h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 23m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Geneva to Essen Hbf? 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 Geneva to Essen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Genève station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Renens VD station and Basel SBB station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.
Geneva to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.
Geneva to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Geneva and Essen Hbf is 587.1 km. The road distance is 721 km.
You can take a train from Genève to Essen Hbf via Renens VD and Basel SBB in around 9h 26m.