The average train between Essen and Odense takes 8h 36m and the fastest train takes 7h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Odense. 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 5 times a day between Essen and Odense. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Odense at 10:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Odense. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Odense station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.
Essen to Odense train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Odense train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Odense St. station.
Book your Essen to Odense train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Danish Railways (DSB) and Snälltåget.
The distance between Essen and Odense is 491.7 km. The road distance is 711 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Odense St. via Hamburg Hbf in around 7h 47m.