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Essen to Rheda-Wiedenbrück train

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Essen - Rheda-Wiedenbrück Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There is one daily train from Essen to Rheda-Wiedenbrück. Traveling by train from Essen to Rheda-Wiedenbrück usually takes around 2 hours and 21 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.

Distance61 mi (99 km)
Fastest train2h 21m
Lowest price$11.45
Most frequent serviceFlixTrain
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Which train should you take from Essen to Rheda-Wiedenbrück?

FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Essen to Rheda-Wiedenbrück. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixTrain12h 21m$14.41
  • Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles. FlixTrain operates 1 daily trips to Rheda-Wiedenbrück from Essen. The train usually departs from Essen Hbf in Essen and arrives at Bahnhofsplatz in Rheda-Wiedenbrück after about 2 hours and 21 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Essen and Rheda-Wiedenbrück is approximately 61 miles, or 99 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 21 minutes, Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Trains departing from Essen to Rheda-Wiedenbrück tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Essen at 7:00am and arrives in Rheda-Wiedenbrück around 2 hours later.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Rheda-Wiedenbrück to Essen.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Essen?

Main departure station: Essen Hbf

There is one train station in Essen.

All train stations in Essen:

  • Essen Hbf

Where is the train station in Rheda-Wiedenbrück?

Main arrival station: Bahnhofsplatz

Rheda-Wiedenbrück has one train station.

Train stations in Rheda-Wiedenbrück:

  • Bahnhofsplatz

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