The average train between Mulhouse and Essen takes 6h 15m and the fastest train takes 5h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Mulhouse 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 every 4 hours between Mulhouse and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mulhouse is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Essen at 9:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Mulhouse to Essen. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Essen Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.
Mulhouse to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel SBB station.
Mulhouse to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Mulhouse and Essen is 412.6 km. The road distance is 536 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel SBB to Essen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €95–210 and the journey takes 4h 42m.