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Trip Summary
12 trains operate daily from Essen to Bad Doberan. The train trip from Essen to Bad Doberan is usually about 10 hours and 11 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 9 hours and 21 minutes.
| Distance | 274 mi (442 km) |
| Fastest train | 9h 21m |
| Lowest price | £85.69 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Bad Doberan?
2 train services operate from Essen to Bad Doberan. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 10 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 10 | 10h 18m | £107.82 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 2 | 9h 39m | £85.69 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Essen to Bad Doberan start from £86, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Bad Doberan. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Train Station . And in Bad Doberan trains arrive at Althof and one other train station.
From Essen to Bad Doberan train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 9 hours and 39 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bad Doberan faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 9 hours and 21 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 Bad Doberan.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Essen and Bad Doberan is approximately 274 miles, or 442 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 11 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 21 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 Bad Doberan are the most crowded on Monday. 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 Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Essen at 18:00 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 12 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 Bad Doberan to Essen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Image credit: wwwuppertal
Link to image attributionMain departure 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.
All train stations in Essen:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Bad Doberan?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Bad Doberan receives travelers from Essen at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Bad Doberan:
Train Station
Althof
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