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Trip Summary
67 trains operate daily from Erlangen to Essen. The train trip from Erlangen to Essen is usually about 5 hours and 57 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest DB Intercity-Express train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 218 mi (351 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 25m |
| Lowest price | £50.72 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Erlangen to Essen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Erlangen to Essen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 51 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 3 | 5h 20m | £71.12 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 51 | 5h 45m | £57.34 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 25 | 7h 5m | £53.76 |
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 Erlangen to Essen start from £21, and on average cost . Daily there are 25 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Essen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Erlangen leaves from Eltersdorf and 3 other stations. And in Essen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Erlangen to Essen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 5 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 4 hours and 25 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Erlangen and Essen is approximately 218 miles, or 351 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 57 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 25 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 Erlangen 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 Erlangen at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. 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 67 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 Erlangen.
City Information
Erlangen
Erlangen is a small city in the German state of Bavaria, located just north of Nuremberg. Most of Erlangen's residents are enrolled or employed at either the Friedrich-Alexander University or the Siemens company. Visitors to Erlangen often stay near the historic core, where quaint streets lead to some of the city's most impressive buildings. These include the 18th century Palais Stutterheim, historically Erlangen's town hall and now home to the museum Kunstpalais and the city's public library. Don't forget to visit one of the oldest churches in the city, the Huguenot Church, which boasts an impressive size and architecture, and reflects the influence of Huguenots in Erlangen's history.
Erlangen also offers plenty of scenic spots for outdoor activity or relaxation. The Schlossgarten quickly fills up with sunbathing students on sunny days, and the nearby Botanical Garden includes a unique attraction in its artificial stalactite cave.
The closest airport to Erlangen is in Nuremberg, but you can easily connect to Erlangen via Deutsche Bahn or commuter S-Bahn trains. Intercity trains from Munich to Berlin often stop in Erlangen, and connections from these hubs open up the entire country and continent for exploration. Plus, several intercity coach companies, including FlixBus, offer affordable ground travel from Erlangen to destinations throughout Germany.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Erlangen?
Main departure station: Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Erlangen where you can board the train.
All train stations in Erlangen:
Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße
Erlangen-Bruck
Eltersdorf
Train Station
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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