The average train between Essen and Erkelenz takes 1h 20m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Erkelenz. 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 Erkelenz. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:16 PM which arrives into Erkelenz at 9:37 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 20m. 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 Erkelenz station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.
Essen to Erkelenz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Erkelenz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Erkelenz, Bf station.
Book your Essen to Erkelenz train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Essen and Erkelenz is 64.1 km. The road distance is 81 km.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Erkelenz, Bf hourly. Tickets cost €16–24 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Two other operators also service this route.