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Mainz to Essen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Mainz and Essen takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz 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 18m
Duration
274 km
Distance
€64
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Train via Frankfurt

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  1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbftrain train 41 / ...
2h 22m
€51–115

Mainz to Essen train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Mainz and Essen. The earliest departure is at 1:14 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Mainz is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Essen at 1:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 274.5 km
  • Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Mainz, Germany and Essen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €45–90 and the journey takes 1h 41m.

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