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Berlin (State) to Essen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Berlin (State) and Essen takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 4h 1m. There is an hourly train service from Berlin (State) 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.

4h 11m
Duration
497 km
Distance
€113
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Essen Hbftrain train 10 / ...
4h 22m
€91–223

Berlin (State) to Essen train times

Trains run hourly between Berlin (State) and Essen. The earliest departure is at 4:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Berlin (State) is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Essen at 5:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 497.1 km
  • Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Berlin (State), Germany and Essen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €90–220 and the journey takes 3h 51m.

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