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Trip Summary
You can pick from 40 daily train trips between Essen and Wulfen. The average train journey from Essen to Wulfen takes 5 hours and 51 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 4 hours and 26 minutes.
| Distance | 212 mi (342 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 26m |
| Lowest price | $67.95 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Wulfen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Essen to Wulfen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 25 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 6h 3m | $117.21 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 25 | 5h 50m | $101.76 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 14 | 5h 54m | $97.03 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Essen to Wulfen start from $88, and on average cost . Daily there are 14 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Wulfen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Train Station and 3 other stations. And in Wulfen trains arrive at Wulfen(Anh) .
From Essen to Wulfen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 54 minutes. If you are looking to get to Wulfen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 26 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 30 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Wulfen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Essen and Wulfen is approximately 212 miles, or 342 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 51 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 26 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Essen to Wulfen are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Essen at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 40 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Wulfen to Essen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Main departure station: Essen-Kupferdreh
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Essen where you can board the train.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen-Kupferdreh
Train Station
Kettwig
Kettwig Stausee
Where is the train station in Wulfen?
Main arrival station: Wulfen(Anh)
Wulfen has one train station.
Train stations in Wulfen:
Wulfen(Anh)
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