The average train between Essen and Varde takes 8h 59m and the fastest train takes 7h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Varde. 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 4 hours between Essen and Varde. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Varde at 10:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 8h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Varde? 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 Varde. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Varde station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.
Essen to Varde train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Varde train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Esbjerg St. station.
The distance between Essen and Varde is 473.1 km. The road distance is 724 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Varde St. via Hamburg Hbf, Kolding St., and Esbjerg St. in around 8h 49m.