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Trip Summary
There are 6 daily trains from Essen to Hörstel. Traveling by train from Essen to Hörstel usually takes around 2 hours and 38 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in one hour and 47 minutes.
| Distance | 63 mi (101 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 47m |
| Lowest price | £27.49 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Hörstel?
2 train services operate from Essen to Hörstel. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 4 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 4 | 2h 48m | £30.96 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 3 | 2h 20m | £31.49 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Essen to Hörstel start from £28, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Hörstel. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Train Station . And in Hörstel trains arrive at Train Station .
From Essen to Hörstel train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 20 minutes. If you are looking to get to Hörstel faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 47 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Essen to Hörstel are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday 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 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 6 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 Hörstel 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 Hörstel?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Hörstel has one train station.
Train stations in Hörstel:
Train Station
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