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Trip Overview

The train between Wetzlar and Essen takes 3h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Wetzlar 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 12m
Duration
222 km
Distance
€55
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Wetzlar Bahnhof to Dortmund Hbftrain train 34
3h 6m
€43–102

Wetzlar to Essen train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Wetzlar and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wetzlar is at 6:18 PM which arrives into Essen at 9:30 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 222.4 km
  • Duration: 3h 12m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Wetzlar Bahnhof to Dortmund Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–85 and the journey takes 2h 38m.

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