The average train between Essen and Gronau takes 1h 57m and the fastest train takes 1h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Gronau. 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 Gronau. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:40 PM which arrives into Gronau at 10:34 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 18m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Essen to Gronau? 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 Gronau. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Gronau, Bahnhof station via Dülmen, Bahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.
Essen to Gronau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Gronau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Gronau, Bahnhof station.
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The distance between Essen and Gronau is 83.9 km. The road distance is 95 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Gronau, Bahnhof via Dülmen, Bahnhof in around 2h 22m.