The average train between Essen and Crailsheim takes 6h 12m and the fastest train takes 5h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Crailsheim. 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 4 hours between Essen and Crailsheim. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 5:54 PM which arrives into Crailsheim at 12:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and take an average of 6h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 20m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Essen to Crailsheim? 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 Crailsheim. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Crailsheim station via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station and Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.
Essen to Crailsheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Crailsheim train services, operated by Arverio Baden-Württemberg, arrive at Crailsheim station.
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The distance between Essen and Crailsheim is 337.4 km. The road distance is 418 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Crailsheim via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, Hauptbahnhof, and Stuttgart Hbf in around 4h 58m.