The average train between Brilon and Essen takes 3h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. The train service runs several times per day 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Brilon and Essen. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brilon is at 7:06 PM which arrives into Essen at 7:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Brilon Wald, Bahnhof and take an average of 3h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Brilon 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 Brilon to Essen. However, there are services departing from Brilon station and arriving at Essen station via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
Brilon to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Brilon Wald, Bahnhof station.
Brilon to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.
Book your Brilon to Essen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), National Express and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Brilon and Essen is 108.3 km. The road distance is 141 km.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Brilon Wald, Bahnhof to Dortmund Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €19–30 and the journey takes 1h 28m.