The average train between Krefeld and Essen takes 37 min and the fastest train takes 28 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Krefeld 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 Krefeld and Essen. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Krefeld is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Essen at 9:43 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 37 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Krefeld station and arriving at Essen station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 37 min.
Krefeld to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Krefeld Hbf station.
Krefeld to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Krefeld to Essen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Krefeld and Essen is 34.5 km. The road distance is 39 km.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Krefeld Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 32 min. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 3 times a day.