The average train between Essen and Berlin takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Berlin. 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 Essen and Berlin. The earliest departure is at 12:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 10:19 PM which arrives into Berlin at 2:18 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen station and arriving at Berlin station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 1m.
Essen to Berlin train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Berlin train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof station.
Book your Essen to Berlin train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Essen and Berlin is 453.7 km. The road distance is 494 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €95–220 and the journey takes 3h 55m.
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