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Trip Summary
You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Vejle and Essen. The average train journey from Vejle to Essen takes 9 hours, but some DB Intercity train trips are as short as 7 hours and 42 minutes.
| Distance | 312 mi (502 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 0m |
| Lowest price | US$148.97 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Vejle to Essen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Vejle to Essen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 7h 42m | US$148.97 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 4 | 10h 13m | US$148.97 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 3 | 8h 40m | US$148.97 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Vejle to Essen start from US$149, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Essen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Vejle leaves from Sygehus st and one other station. And in Essen trains arrive at Essen Hbf .
From Vejle to Essen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 8 hours and 40 minutes. If you are looking to get to Essen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 8 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Vejle and Essen is approximately 312 miles, or 502 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 42 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Vejle to Essen on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Vejle at 12:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 8 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 Essen to Vejle.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Vejle?
Main departure station: Vejle st
There are two stations in Vejle where you can board the train to Essen.
All train stations in Vejle:
Vejle st
Sygehus st
Where is the train station in Essen?
Image credit: wwwuppertal
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Train Station
Essen Hauptbahnhof is the central railway station in Essen in Western Germany. The station has been rebuilt numerous times due to damage from the Second World War and other structural issues, and now over 400 trains serve the station daily. In addition, long-distance Deutsche Bahn ICE trains run regularly to destinations including Berlin, Cologne, Stuttgart, and Vienna. Regional trains travel cities such as Aachen, Dusseldorf, Wuppertal, and Munster. Inside the station are a variety of shops, restaurants and bakeries, banks, a pharmacy, ticket offices, and information desks. The station is in the center of Essen, so there are hotels, restaurants, and attractions a short walk away.
Train stations in Essen:
Train Station
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