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Trip Overview

The average train between Bad Ems and Essen takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Bad Ems 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.

2h 39m
Duration
188 km
Distance
€37
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Bad Ems to Essen train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bad Ems and Essen. The earliest departure is at 12:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Bad Ems is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Essen at 3:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 46m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 30m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 31m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 31m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 31m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 29m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 46m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 31m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 46m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 31m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 31m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)2h 27m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bad Ems 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.

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  • Distance: 187.8 km
  • Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Bad Ems, Germany and Essen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Koblenz Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €28–55 and the journey takes 1h 46m.

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