The average train between Essen and Brig takes 8h 48m and the fastest train takes 7h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Brig. 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 5 times a day between Essen and Brig. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Brig at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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7h 13m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Essen to Brig? 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 Brig. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Brig station via Basel SBB station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.
Essen to Brig train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Brig train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Brig station.
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The distance between Essen and Brig is 576 km. The road distance is 777 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Brig via Basel SBB in around 7h 51m.