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Trip Summary
14 trains operate daily from Heddesheim to Essen. The train trip from Heddesheim to Essen is usually about 3 hours and 53 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 152 mi (244 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 20m |
| Lowest price | £26.06 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Heddesheim to Essen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Heddesheim to Essen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 12 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 3h 48m | £40.88 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 12 | 3h 50m | £61.38 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 2 | 5h 4m | £37.83 |
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 Heddesheim to Essen start from £34, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Essen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Heddesheim leaves from Heddesheim/Hirschberg . And in Essen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Heddesheim to Essen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 4 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 3 hours and 20 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Essen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Heddesheim and Essen is approximately 152 miles, or 244 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 53 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 20 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 Heddesheim to Essen 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 Heddesheim at 03:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 14 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 Heddesheim.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Heddesheim?
Main departure station: Heddesheim/Hirschberg
There is one train station in Heddesheim.
All train stations in Heddesheim:
Heddesheim/Hirschberg
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 centre of Essen, so there are hotels, restaurants, and attractions a short walk away.
Train stations in Essen:
Train Station
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