The average train between Heidelberg and Essen takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg and Essen. The earliest departure is at 3:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Heidelberg is at 2:24 PM which arrives into Essen at 6:14 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heidelberg station and arriving at Essen station. Services depart twice daily, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 31m.
Heidelberg to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof station.
Heidelberg to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Heidelberg and Essen is 257 km. The road distance is 357 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €65–160 and the journey takes 3h 15m.