Wernigerode to Essen Trains

Wernigerode to Essen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Wernigerode and Essen takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. 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.

4h 43m

Duration

363 km

Distance

€88

Average price

Hourly

Frequency

Wernigerode to Essen train times

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 8:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Vienenburg and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

5:21 PM → 9:37 PM
4h 16m • 2 changes
7:21 PM → 11:37 PM
4h 16m • 2 changes
10:20 PM → 8:40 AM
Arrives next day
10h 20m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

5:16 AM → 9:37 AM
4h 21m • 2 changes
6:16 AM → 10:40 AM
4h 24m • 2 changes
7:19 AM → 11:37 AM
4h 18m • 2 changes
8:16 AM → 12:41 PM
4h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

6:16 AM → 10:40 AM
4h 24m • 2 changes
7:19 AM → 11:37 AM
4h 18m • 2 changes
8:18 AM → 12:41 PM
4h 23m • 2 changes
9:21 AM → 1:37 PM
4h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

5:16 AM → 9:37 AM
4h 21m • 2 changes
6:16 AM → 10:40 AM
4h 24m • 2 changes
7:19 AM → 11:37 AM
4h 18m • 2 changes
8:16 AM → 12:41 PM
4h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

5:16 AM → 9:37 AM
4h 21m • 2 changes
6:16 AM → 10:40 AM
4h 24m • 2 changes
7:19 AM → 11:37 AM
4h 18m • 2 changes
8:16 AM → 12:41 PM
4h 25m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €55–120 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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