Train Essen to Hildesheim from €71 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Hildesheim takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. There is an hourly train service from Essen to Hildesheim. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 3m
Duration: 275 km
Distance: €71
Average price: Hourly
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Take the train from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 10 / ...

2h 43m

€33–169

Essen to Hildesheim train times

Trains run hourly between Essen and Hildesheim. The earliest departure is at 12:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:21 PM which arrives into Hildesheim at 11:13 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, July 4, 2026

5:19 AM → 8:13 AM
2h 54m • 1 change
6:21 AM → 9:13 AM
2h 52m • 1 change
6:44 AM → 9:49 AM
3h 5m • 1 change
7:19 AM → 10:13 AM
2h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, July 5, 2026

12:22 AM → 3:28 AM
3h 6m • 1 change
6:21 AM → 9:13 AM
2h 52m • 1 change
6:44 AM → 9:49 AM
3h 5m • 1 change
7:19 AM → 10:13 AM
2h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, July 6, 2026

12:22 AM → 5:14 AM
4h 52m • 1 change
5:19 AM → 8:13 AM
2h 54m • 1 change
6:21 AM → 9:13 AM
2h 52m • 1 change
6:44 AM → 9:49 AM
3h 5m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essen to Hildesheim? 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.

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Hildesheim, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhof every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €40–130 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route 3 times a day.

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