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Trip Summary
47 trains operate daily from Essen to Castrop-Rauxel. The train trip from Essen to Castrop-Rauxel is usually about 3 hours and 17 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 84 mi (135 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 22m |
| Lowest price | £18.60 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Castrop-Rauxel?
2 train services operate from Essen to Castrop-Rauxel. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 35 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 35 | 3h 27m | £22.95 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 12 | 2h 50m | £26.53 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Essen to Castrop-Rauxel start from £19, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Castrop-Rauxel. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Essen(Oldb) . And in Castrop-Rauxel trains arrive at Castrop-Rauxel Hbf and 2 other train stations.
From Essen to Castrop-Rauxel train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 50 minutes. If you are looking to get to Castrop-Rauxel faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 22 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Essen to Castrop-Rauxel are the most crowded on Friday. 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 Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Essen at 04:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 47 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 Castrop-Rauxel to Essen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Main departure station: Essen(Oldb)
Essen (Oldb) is a small train station in the village of Essen in northern Germany, to the south of Bremen. The station itself serves one regional line, the RE18, that frequently runs to Osnabrück and Wilhelmshaven, from where you can find regular connections into Bremen. Although the station is small and without amenities, the village of Essen has a few restaurants and a supermarket not far from the station where you can find supplies before you travel. There is also parking directly outside the station, and local bus stops for getting around the village.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen(Oldb)
Where is the train station in Castrop-Rauxel?
Main arrival station: Castrop-Rauxel Süd
There are more train stations and stops in Castrop-Rauxel than most cities. Most trains from Essen will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Castrop-Rauxel:
Train stations in Castrop-Rauxel:
Castrop-Rauxel Süd
Train Station
Castrop-Rauxel-Merklinde
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