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Trip Overview

The train between Brilon and Essen takes 2h 5m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Brilon 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 5m
Duration
141 km
Distance
€22
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Brilon to Essen train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Brilon and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brilon is at 7:39 AM which arrives into Essen at 9:45 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express2h 5m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express2h 6m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express2h 5m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express2h 6m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express2h 5m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express2h 6m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 141.5 km
  • Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Brilon, Germany and Essen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Brilon-Stadt, Bahnhof to Dortmund Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 1h 37m.

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