The average train between Mannheim and Essen takes 2h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Mannheim 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 4 hours between Mannheim and Essen. The earliest departure is at 4:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Mannheim is at 9:33 PM which arrives into Essen at 12:09 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station and arriving at Essen Hbf station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.
Mannheim to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.
Mannheim to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Mannheim and Essen is 241.8 km. The road distance is 301 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €55–120 and the journey takes 2h 15m.