The average train between Essen and Lemgo takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Lemgo. 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 Lemgo. The earliest departure is at 12:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 10:29 PM which arrives into Lemgo at 6:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 25m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Essen to Lemgo? 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 Lemgo. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Lemgo, Bahnhof station via Bielefeld Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Essen to Lemgo train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Lemgo train services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Lemgo, Bahnhof station.
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The distance between Essen and Lemgo is 144.6 km. The road distance is 168 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Lemgo, Bahnhof via Bielefeld Hbf in around 2h 32m.