The average train between Essen and Esens takes 5h 46m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Esens. 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 Esens. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 9:40 PM which arrives into Esens at 8:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Osnabrück Hbf and take an average of 5h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 17m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Essen to Esens? 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 Esens. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Esens station via Osnabrück Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.
Essen to Esens train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Esens train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Sande(Kr Friesland) station.
Book your Essen to Esens train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and NordWestBahn.
The distance between Essen and Esens is 246.9 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Esens via Osnabrück Hbf and Sande(Kr Friesland) in around 5h 26m.