The average train between Merzig and Essen Hbf takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Merzig to Essen Hbf. 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 Hbf. The earliest departure is at 5:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Merzig is at 6:47 PM which arrives into Essen Hbf at 11:42 PM. All services require a transfer at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 25m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Merzig to Essen Hbf? 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 Hbf. However, there are services departing from Merzig station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Merzig to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Merzig station.
Merzig to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Merzig to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Merzig and Essen Hbf is 224.8 km. The road distance is 332 km.
You can take a train from Merzig to Essen Hbf via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof and Düsseldorf Hbf in around 4h 16m.