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Trip Summary
120 trains operate daily from Hanau to Essen. The train trip from Hanau to Essen is usually about 3 hours and 28 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 18 minutes.
| Distance | 124 mi (200 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 18m |
| Lowest price | $37.37 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Hanau to Essen?
There are 4 train lines with service from Hanau to Essen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 79 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 3 | 3h 58m | $41.65 |
| DB Intercity-Express | 15 | 2h 55m | $73.31 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 79 | 3h 31m | $69.90 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 45 | 3h 52m | $70.55 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
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 Hanau to Essen start from $38, and on average cost . Daily there are 45 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Essen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Hanau leaves from Hanau Klein-Auheim and 7 other stations. And in Essen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Hanau to Essen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 52 minutes. If you are looking to get to Essen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 18 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 88 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Essen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Hanau to Essen are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Hanau at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 120 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 Essen to Hanau.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Hanau?
Main departure station: Train Station
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 8 stops and stations in Hanau where you can board the train.
All train stations in Hanau:
Train Station
Steinheim(Main)
Wolfgang(Kr Hanau)
Hanau Nord
Hanau-Wilhelmsbad
Hanau West
Großauheim(Kr Hanau)
Hanau Klein-Auheim
Where is the train station in Essen?
Image credit: wwwuppertal
Link to image attributionMain arrival 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 center of Essen, so there are hotels, restaurants, and attractions a short walk away.
All train stations in Essen:
Train Station
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