The average train between Vejle and Essen takes 9h 10m and the fastest train takes 8h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Vejle 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 every 4 hours between Vejle and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Vejle is at 8:21 PM which arrives into Essen at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Padborg St. and take an average of 9h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 37m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Vejle 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 Vejle to Essen. However, there are services departing from Vejle St. station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Padborg St. station and Hamburg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.
Vejle to Essen train services, operated by Danish Railways (DSB), depart from Vejle St. station.
Vejle to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Vejle and Essen is 501.3 km. The road distance is 614 km.
You can take a train from Vejle St. to Essen Hbf via Padborg St. and Hamburg Hbf in around 8h 25m.