The average train between Amberg and Essen takes 6h 26m and the fastest train takes 5h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Amberg 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 hourly between Amberg and Essen. The earliest departure is at 5:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Amberg is at 8:24 PM which arrives into Essen at 9:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Nürnberg Hbf and take an average of 6h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Amberg 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 Amberg to Essen. However, there are services departing from Amberg station and arriving at Essen station via Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.
Amberg to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Amberg station.
Amberg to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Amberg to Essen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Amberg and Essen is 409.8 km. The road distance is 551 km.
You can take a train from Amberg to Essen Hbf via Nürnberg Hbf and Frankfurt in around 5h 45m.