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Dresden to Essen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Dresden and Essen takes 6h 9m and the fastest train takes 5h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Dresden 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.

6h 9m
Duration
676 km
Distance
€151
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Dresden to Essen train times

Trains run hourly between Dresden and Essen. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dresden is at 8:33 PM which arrives into Essen at 5:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 676.4 km
  • Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf via Berlin Hbf in around 5h 53m.

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