The average train between Essen and Irun takes 14h 23m and the fastest train takes 11h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Irun. 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 3 times a day between Essen and Irun. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 5:09 PM which arrives into Irun at 11:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Hbf and take an average of 14h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Irun? 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 Irun. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Irun station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 23m.
Essen to Irun train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Irun train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hendaye station.
Book your Essen to Irun train tickets online with National Express, Eurostar and 4 other operators.
The distance between Essen and Irun is 1,118 km. The road distance is 1,385 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Hendaye via Koeln Hbf, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 11h 19m.