Pforzheim to Essen Trains

Trip Overview

The average train between Pforzheim and Essen takes 3h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Pforzheim 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.

3h 34m
Duration: 413 km
Distance: €78
Average price: Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best

Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbftrain 43

4h 22m

€63–145

Pforzheim to Essen train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Pforzheim and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pforzheim is at 8:33 PM which arrives into Essen at 12:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Karlsruhe Hbf and take an average of 3h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

6:18 AM → 9:58 AM
3h 40m • 1 change
8:33 AM → 11:58 AM
3h 25m • 1 change
10:33 AM → 1:58 PM
3h 25m • 1 change
12:33 PM → 3:58 PM
3h 25m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

6:18 AM → 9:58 AM
3h 40m • 1 change
8:33 AM → 11:58 AM
3h 25m • 1 change
10:33 AM → 1:58 PM
3h 25m • 1 change
12:33 PM → 3:58 PM
3h 25m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

6:18 AM → 9:58 AM
3h 40m • 1 change
8:33 AM → 11:58 AM
3h 25m • 1 change
10:33 AM → 1:58 PM
3h 25m • 1 change
12:33 PM → 3:58 PM
3h 25m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

6:18 AM → 9:58 AM
3h 40m • 1 change
8:33 AM → 11:58 AM
3h 25m • 1 change
10:33 AM → 1:58 PM
3h 25m • 1 change
12:33 PM → 3:58 PM
3h 25m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

6:18 AM → 9:58 AM
3h 40m • 1 change
8:33 AM → 11:58 AM
3h 25m • 1 change
10:33 AM → 1:58 PM
3h 25m • 1 change
12:33 PM → 3:58 PM
3h 25m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

6:31 AM → 9:58 AM
3h 27m • 1 change
8:18 AM → 11:58 AM
3h 40m • 1 change
10:33 AM → 1:58 PM
3h 25m • 1 change
12:33 PM → 3:58 PM
3h 25m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

6:31 AM → 9:58 AM
3h 27m • 1 change
8:03 AM → 11:58 AM
3h 55m • 1 change
10:33 AM → 1:58 PM
3h 25m • 1 change
12:33 PM → 3:58 PM
3h 25m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pforzheim 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.

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €60–130 and the journey takes 2h 59m.

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