The average train between Maastricht and Essen Hbf takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Maastricht 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 Maastricht and Essen Hbf. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maastricht is at 11:53 PM which arrives into Essen Hbf at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Maastricht to Essen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Maastricht station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Herzogenrath station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.
Maastricht to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Maastricht station.
Maastricht to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Maastricht and Essen Hbf is 114.2 km. The road distance is 140 km.
You can take a train from Maastricht to Essen Hbf via Herzogenrath, Bf in around 3h 8m.