The average train between Essen and Bad Ems takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. 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 every 2 hours between Essen and Bad Ems. The earliest departure is at 3:19 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 4:53 PM which arrives into Bad Ems at 7:29 PM. All services require a transfer at Düsseldorf Hbf and take an average of 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Bad Ems? 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 Essen to Bad Ems. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Bad Ems station via Düsseldorf Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.
Essen to Bad Ems train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Bad Ems train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Essen to Bad Ems train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and National Express.
The distance between Essen and Bad Ems is 134 km. The road distance is 188 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Bad Ems Westbahnhof via Düsseldorf Hbf and Koblenz Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 14m.