The average train between Essen and Boom takes 6h 19m and the fastest train takes 5h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Boom. 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 3 hours between Essen and Boom. The earliest departure is at 5:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 10:27 PM which arrives into Boom at 9:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Oberhausen Hbf and take an average of 6h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Boom? 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 Boom. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Boom station via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.
Essen to Boom train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.
Essen to Boom train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Anvers-Central station.
Book your Essen to Boom train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), VIAS Rail GmbH and 3 other operators.
The distance between Essen and Boom is 188.1 km. The road distance is 291 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Boom via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, Breda, Anvers-Central, and Antwerpen-Centraal in around 4h 59m.