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Trip Overview

The average train between Frechen and Essen takes 1h 20m and the fastest train takes 1h 6m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Frechen to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 20m
Duration
93 km
Distance
€17
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Frechen to Essen train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Frechen and Essen. The earliest departure is at 12:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Frechen is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Essen at 1:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 13m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 14m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express1h 25m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express1h 25m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 37m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 32m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express1h 25m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 37m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express1h 24m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 13m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 13m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express1h 25m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 23m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express1h 25m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 25m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express1h 25m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 23m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express1h 25m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 25m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express1h 25m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express1h 25m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 37m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)National Express1h 24m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)1h 13m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 93 km
  • Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Frechen, Germany and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Weiden West to Essen Hbf via Koeln Hbf in around 1h 9m.

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