The average train between Essen and Hildesheim takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. The train service runs several times per day 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Essen and Hildesheim. The earliest departure is at 12:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 6:21 PM which arrives into Hildesheim at 9:13 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Hildesheim. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Hildesheim station via Hannover Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.
Essen to Hildesheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Hildesheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hannover Hbf station.
Book your Essen to Hildesheim train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Erixx.
The distance between Essen and Hildesheim is 216.3 km. The road distance is 275 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €45–110 and the journey takes 2h 7m.