The average train between Olsztyn and Essen takes 12h 57m and the fastest train takes 11h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Olsztyn 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 twice daily between Olsztyn and Essen. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Olsztyn is at 5:56 PM which arrives into Essen at 11:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Poznan Glowny and take an average of 12h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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12h 9m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Olsztyn to Essen? 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 Olsztyn to Essen. However, there are services departing from Olsztyn station and arriving at Essen station via Poznan Glowny. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 57m.
Olsztyn to Essen train services, operated by PKP Intercity, depart from Olsztyn Glowny station.
Olsztyn to Essen train services, operated by PKP Intercity, arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Olsztyn to Essen train tickets online with PKP Intercity, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Olsztyn and Essen is 944.5 km. The road distance is 1,063 km.
You can take a train from Olsztyn Glowny to Essen Hbf via Poznan Glowny, Berlin Gesundbrunnen, S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhf, S Spandau Bhf, Hamm, and Hamm(Westf)Hbf in around 11h 55m.