Train Hildesheim to Essen from €70 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Hildesheim and Essen takes 3h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Hildesheim 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.

3h 4m
Duration: 275 km
Distance: €70
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

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Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...

2h 59m

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Hildesheim to Essen train times

Trains run hourly between Hildesheim and Essen. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Hildesheim is at 8:44 PM which arrives into Essen at 11:35 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, July 6, 2026

5:44 AM → 8:38 AM
2h 54m • 1 change
6:44 AM → 9:35 AM
2h 51m • 1 change
7:44 AM → 10:38 AM
2h 54m • 1 change
8:06 AM → 11:13 AM
3h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, July 7, 2026

12:06 AM → 5:14 AM
5h 8m • 1 change
5:44 AM → 8:38 AM
2h 54m • 1 change
6:44 AM → 9:35 AM
2h 51m • 1 change
7:44 AM → 10:38 AM
2h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, July 8, 2026

12:06 AM → 5:14 AM
5h 8m • 1 change
5:44 AM → 8:38 AM
2h 54m • 1 change
6:44 AM → 9:35 AM
2h 51m • 1 change
7:44 AM → 10:38 AM
2h 54m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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