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Essen to Altena trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Altena takes 1h 27m and the fastest train takes 1h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Altena. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 27m
Duration
74 km
Distance
€36
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Iserlohn-Letmathetrain train Re
1h 15m
€28–47

Essen to Altena train times

Trains run hourly between Essen and Altena. The earliest departure is at 6:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 7:34 PM which arrives into Altena at 9:07 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 74.1 km
  • Duration: 1h 27m

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

VIAS Rail GmbH operates a train from Essen Hbf to Iserlohn-Letmathe every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €27–45 and the journey takes 56 min.

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