The average train between Essen and Hamelin takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Hamelin. 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 Hamelin. The earliest departure is at 6:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 9:29 PM which arrives into Hamelin at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 57m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Essen to Hamelin? 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 Hamelin. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Hameln, Bahnhof station via Herford station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.
Essen to Hamelin train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Hamelin train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hameln, Bahnhof station.
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The distance between Essen and Hamelin is 176.6 km. The road distance is 205 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Hameln, Bahnhof via Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB in around 3h 10m.