The average train between Hesse and Essen takes 2h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Hesse 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 2 hours between Hesse and Essen. The earliest departure is at 5:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hesse is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Essen at 3:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 7m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Hesse 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 Hesse to Essen. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Essen Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.
Hesse to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.
Hesse to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
The distance between Hesse and Essen is 169.6 km. The road distance is 237 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €45–100 and the journey takes 1h 55m.