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Trip Summary
24 trains operate daily from Essen to Heinsberg. The train trip from Essen to Heinsberg is usually about one hour and 51 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as one hour and 29 minutes.
| Distance | 47 mi (76 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 29m |
| Lowest price | £16.82 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Heinsberg?
2 train services operate from Essen to Heinsberg. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 18 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 18 | 1h 59m | £22.79 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 18 | 1h 39m | £19.71 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Essen to Heinsberg start from £18, and on average cost . Daily there are 18 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Heinsberg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Train Station . And in Heinsberg trains arrive at Heinsberg(Rheinl) and 5 other train stations.
From Essen to Heinsberg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 39 minutes. If you are looking to get to Heinsberg faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 29 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 72 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Heinsberg.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Essen to Heinsberg on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Essen at 05:00 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 24 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 Heinsberg to Essen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
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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 Heinsberg?
Main arrival station: Heinsberg-Horst
There are more train stations and stops in Heinsberg than most cities. Most trains from Essen will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Heinsberg:
Train stations in Heinsberg:
Heinsberg-Horst
Heinsberg(Rheinl)
Heinsberg-Oberbruch
Heinsberg-Dremmen
Heinsberg-Randerath
Heinsberg-Porselen
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