Train Mechernich to Essen from €39 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Mechernich and Essen takes 2h 9m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is an hourly train service from Mechernich 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.

2h 9m
Duration: 136 km
Distance: €39
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

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1h 44m

€27–61

Mechernich to Essen train times

Trains run hourly between Mechernich and Essen. The earliest departure is at 5:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mechernich is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Essen at 10:58 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, May 7, 2026

6:14 PM → 8:15 PM
2h 1m • 1 change
7:06 PM → 8:58 PM
1h 52m • 1 change
7:14 PM → 10:12 PM
2h 58m • 1 change
8:14 PM → 10:15 PM
2h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, May 8, 2026

5:14 AM → 7:18 AM
2h 4m • 1 change
5:49 AM → 7:58 AM
2h 9m • 1 change
6:14 AM → 8:20 AM
2h 6m • 1 change
6:55 AM → 8:58 AM
2h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, May 9, 2026

5:49 AM → 7:58 AM
2h 9m • 1 change
6:49 AM → 8:55 AM
2h 6m • 1 change
7:49 AM → 9:58 AM
2h 9m • 1 change
8:14 AM → 10:14 AM
2h • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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