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The average train between Oberhausen Hbf and Essen takes 8 min and the fastest train takes 6 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Oberhausen Hbf 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.

8 min
Duration
12 km
Distance
€4
Average price
Every 20 minutes
Frequency

Oberhausen Hbf to Essen train times

Trains run every 20 minutes between Oberhausen Hbf and Essen. The earliest departure is at 12:16 AM at night, and the last departure from Oberhausen Hbf is at 11:38 PM which arrives into Essen at 11:51 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 8 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    train train 13 min • Direct
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    train train 6 min • Direct
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    train train 13 min • Direct
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    train train 9 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    train train 6 min • Direct
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    train train 13 min • Direct
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    train train 13 min • Direct
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    train train 13 min • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    train train 6 min • Direct
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    train train 13 min • Direct
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    train train 13 min • Direct
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    train train 13 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 6 min • Direct
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    train train 13 min • Direct
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    train train 13 min • Direct
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    train train 13 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 6 min • Direct
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    train train 9 min • Direct
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    train train 6 min • Direct
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    train train 13 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 6 min • Direct
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    train train 6 min • Direct
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    train train 6 min • Direct
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    train train 6 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 6 min • Direct
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    train train 6 min • Direct
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    train train 13 min • Direct
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    train train 6 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 11.7 km
  • Duration: 8 min

What companies run services between Oberhausen Hbf, Germany and Essen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Oberhausen Hbf to Essen Altenessen Bf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €2–12 and the journey takes 13 min. Four other operators also service this route.

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