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Trip Overview

The train between Meppen and Essen takes 2h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Meppen 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 13m
Duration
173 km
Distance
€35
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Meppen, Bahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbftrain train 35
2h 1m
€29–71

Meppen to Essen train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Meppen and Essen. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Meppen is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Essen at 9:43 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 13m • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2h 13m • 1 change

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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 172.8 km
  • Duration: 2h 13m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Meppen, Bahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €27–65 and the journey takes 1h 42m.

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