The train between Berlin and Essen takes 4h 6m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Berlin 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 on demand between Berlin and Essen. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Berlin to Essen. However, there are services departing from Berlin station and arriving at Essen station via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10,675,199d 2h.
Berlin to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from S Ostbahnhof station.
Berlin to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Berlin and Essen is 453.7 km. The road distance is 499 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from S Ostbahnhof to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €90–220 and the journey takes 4h 6m.