The average train between Greiz and Essen takes 6h 20m and the fastest train takes 6h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Greiz 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 twice daily between Greiz and Essen. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Greiz is at 11:17 AM which arrives into Essen at 5:38 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Greiz to Essen. However, there are services departing from Greiz station and arriving at Essen station via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.
Greiz to Essen train services, operated by Die Länderbahn, depart from Gera Hbf station.
Greiz to Essen train services, operated by Die Länderbahn, arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Greiz to Essen train tickets online with Die Länderbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Greiz and Essen is 373.2 km. The road distance is 521 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gera Hbf to Essen Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €90–220 and the journey takes 5h 34m.