The average train between Merzig and Essen takes 4h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Merzig 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 hourly between Merzig and Essen. The earliest departure is at 5:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Merzig is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Essen at 4:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 4h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Merzig to Essen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Merzig to Essen. However, there are services departing from Merzig station and arriving at Essen station via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.
Merzig to Essen train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Merzig station.
Merzig to Essen train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.
Book your Merzig to Essen train tickets online with Süwex, National Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Merzig and Essen is 225.4 km. The road distance is 332 km.
You can take a train from Merzig to Essen Hbf via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof and Duisburg Hbf in around 4h 26m.