The average train between Ancona and Essen takes 19h 2m and the fastest train takes 13h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Ancona 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 3 times a day between Ancona and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ancona is at 7:38 PM which arrives into Essen at 5:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Bologna centrale and take an average of 19h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Ancona 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 Ancona to Essen. However, there are services departing from Ancona station and arriving at Essen station via Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 2m.
Ancona to Essen train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Ancona station.
Ancona to Essen train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Ancona to Essen train tickets online with Trenitalia Intercity, ItaloTreno and 4 other operators.
The distance between Ancona and Essen is 1,000 km. The road distance is 1,354 km.
You can take a train from Ancona to Essen Hbf via Bologna centrale, Milano Centrale, and Basel SBB in around 14h 28m.