The average train between Essen and Olsberg takes 2h 15m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Olsberg. 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 2 hours between Essen and Olsberg. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 9:07 PM which arrives into Olsberg at 6:12 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Olsberg. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Olsberg station via Hagen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.
Essen to Olsberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Olsberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Olsberg, Bahnhof station.
Book your Essen to Olsberg train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and VIAS Rail GmbH.
The distance between Essen and Olsberg is 103 km. The road distance is 136 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Olsberg, Bahnhof via Hagen Hbf in around 2h 45m.