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.
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.

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1h 13m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Frechen to Essen? 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 Frechen to Essen. However, there are services departing from Köln Weiden West station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Köln Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.
Frechen to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Köln Weiden West station.
Frechen to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Frechen and Essen is 61.8 km. The road distance is 78 km.
You can take a train from Köln Weiden West to Essen Hbf via Koeln Hbf in around 1h 9m.