The average train between Brno and Essen takes 13h 16m and the fastest train takes 11h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Brno 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 5 times a day between Brno and Essen. The earliest departure is at 7:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brno is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Essen at 2:58 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 13h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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13h 10m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Brno 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 Brno to Essen. However, there are services departing from Brno Hlavni Nadrazi station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Wien Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 16m.
Brno to Essen train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Brno Hlavni Nadrazi station.
Brno to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Brno and Essen is 725.5 km. The road distance is 839 km.
You can take a train from Brno Hlavni Nadrazi to Essen Hbf via Wien Hbf in around 12h 16m.