The average train between Randers and Essen takes 12h 17m and the fastest train takes 9h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Randers 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 4 times a day between Randers and Essen. The earliest departure is at 2:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Randers is at 9:07 PM which arrives into Essen at 9:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Aarhus H and take an average of 12h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Randers 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 Randers to Essen. However, there are services departing from Randers station and arriving at Essen station via Aarhus H. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 17m.
Randers to Essen train services, operated by Danish Railways (DSB), depart from Randers St. station.
Randers to Essen train services, operated by Danish Railways (DSB), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Randers to Essen train tickets online with Danish Railways (DSB), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Snälltåget.
The distance between Randers and Essen is 590.4 km. The road distance is 937 km.
You can take a train from Randers St. to Essen Hbf via Aarhus H, Odense St., and Hamburg Hbf in around 11h 20m.