The average train between Alexanderplatz and Essen takes 4h 14m and the fastest train takes 4h. The train service runs several times per day from Alexanderplatz 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 Alexanderplatz and Essen. The earliest departure is at 12:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Alexanderplatz is at 11:38 PM which arrives into Essen at 5:14 AM. All services require a transfer at S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and take an average of 4h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Alexanderplatz to Essen. However, there are services departing from Alexanderplatz station and arriving at Essen station via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.
Alexanderplatz to Essen train services, operated by BVG, depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Alexanderplatz to Essen train services, operated by BVG, arrive at Essen Hbf station.
The distance between Alexanderplatz and Essen is 454 km. The road distance is 499 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €95–220 and the journey takes 3h 51m.