The average train between Erlangen and Essen takes 5h 45m and the fastest train takes 5h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Erlangen 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 hourly between Erlangen and Essen. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Erlangen is at 8:03 PM which arrives into Essen at 3:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Nürnberg Hbf and take an average of 5h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 15m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Erlangen 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 Erlangen to Essen. However, there are services departing from Nürnberg Hbf station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Frankfurt station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.
Erlangen to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Nürnberg Hbf station.
Erlangen to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Erlangen and Essen is 350.4 km. The road distance is 443 km.
You can take a train from Erlangen to Essen Hbf via Nürnberg Hbf and Frankfurt in around 5h 45m.