The average train between Schengen and Essen takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Schengen 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 3 hours between Schengen and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Schengen is at 6:44 PM which arrives into Essen at 10:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Konz, Bahnhof Mitte and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 32m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Schengen 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 Schengen to Essen. However, there are services departing from Konz, Bahnhof station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.
Schengen to Essen train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Konz, Bahnhof station.
Schengen to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Schengen and Essen is 225.4 km. The road distance is 274 km.
You can take a train from Perl to Essen Hbf via Konz, Bahnhof Mitte, Konz, Bahnhof, and Koblenz Hbf in around 6h 3m.