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Trip Summary
There are 28 daily trains from Essen to Kehl. Traveling by train from Essen to Kehl usually takes around 5 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 4 hours and 3 minutes.
| Distance | 202 mi (325 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 3m |
| Lowest price | €23.73 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Kehl?
There are 3 train lines with service from Essen to Kehl. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 20 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 10 | 4h 51m | €68.21 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 20 | 5h 7m | €71.64 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 4 | 5h 36m | €68.91 |
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 Essen to Kehl start from €63, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Kehl. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Train Station . And in Kehl trains arrive at Train Station and one other train station.
From Essen to Kehl train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 36 minutes. If you are looking to get to Kehl faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 3 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Essen and Kehl is approximately 202 miles, or 325 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 1 minute, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 3 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 departing from Essen to Kehl tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
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 28 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 Kehl to Essen.
City Information
Kehl
Kehl is a town in the southwestern region of Germany, on the banks of the river Rhine. This scenic town is a gateway to the larger city of Strasbourg, France, on the opposite bank of the river. Several bridges connect the two cities, but the Passerelle des Deux Rives is the one to cross if you can. This pedestrian-only bridge starts in the beautiful Rhine Promenade in Kehl, connecting to another park in Strasbourg. While the bridge offers nice river views, the Weißtannenturm Kehl is an observation tower that offers panoramic views of the entire town.
Kehl is a small town, but its location near the border between France and Germany means it offers a great mix of traditional German and French cuisine. The most notable eateries in the city are Alte Zunft Kehl and Zur Traube.
Deutsche Bahn trains provide most ground travel to and from Kehl, with routes to Cologne, Berlin, Munich, and more. FlixBus offers bus service throughout Germany and to other countries in Europe.
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 Kehl?
Main arrival station: Kork
Kehl receives travelers from Essen at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Kehl:
Kork
Train Station
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