The average train between Essen and Bad Ems takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Bad Ems. 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 4 times a day between Essen and Bad Ems. The earliest departure is at 2:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 6:55 PM which arrives into Bad Ems at 4:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Bad Ems. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Bad Ems station via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.
Essen to Bad Ems train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Bad Ems train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Essen to Bad Ems train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Essen and Bad Ems is 134 km. The road distance is 188 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhof 5 times a day. Tickets cost €30–95 and the journey takes 1h 51m.