The average train between Wernigerode and Essen takes 4h 27m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Wernigerode 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 Wernigerode and Essen. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wernigerode is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Essen at 5:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Vienenburg and take an average of 4h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 22m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Wernigerode 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 Wernigerode to Essen. However, there are services departing from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Essen Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.
Wernigerode to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof station.
Wernigerode to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Wernigerode and Essen is 263.5 km. The road distance is 311 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €45–100 and the journey takes 2h 45m.