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Hildesheim to Essen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Hildesheim and Essen takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Hildesheim 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.

3h 41m
Duration
275 km
Distance
€73
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain train 10 / ...
3h 6m
€47–255

Hildesheim to Essen train times

Trains run hourly between Hildesheim and Essen. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hildesheim is at 6:44 PM which arrives into Essen at 10:36 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 275.4 km
  • Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Hildesheim, Germany and Essen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €40–190 and the journey takes 2h 6m.

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