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Wolfsburg to Essen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Wolfsburg and Essen takes 2h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Wolfsburg 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.

2h 44m
Duration
314 km
Distance
€70
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Wolfsburg to Essen train times

Trains run hourly between Wolfsburg and Essen. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wolfsburg is at 9:56 PM which arrives into Essen at 12:38 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 314.1 km
  • Duration: 2h 44m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €60–140 and the journey takes 2h 44m.

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