The average train between Trier and Essen takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. There is at least one train per day from Trier 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 once daily between Trier and Essen. The earliest departure is at 2:36 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Trier is at 4:36 PM which arrives into Essen at 8:53 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Trier to Essen. However, there are services departing from Trier station and arriving at Essen station via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Trier to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.
Trier to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Trier to Essen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Trier and Essen is 190.5 km. The road distance is 251 km.
You can take a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf in around 4h 18m.
