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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Osnabrück to Essen. The train trip from Osnabrück to Essen is usually about one hour and 17 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 72 mi (116 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 17m |
Lowest price | $5.35 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Osnabrück to Essen?
FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Osnabrück to Essen. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain | 2 | 1h 17m | $13.02 |
Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles. FlixTrain operates 2 daily trips to Essen from Osnabrück. The train usually departs from Osnabruck Central Station in Osnabrück and arrives at Essen Hbf in Essen after about 1 hours and 17 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Osnabrück to Essen are the most crowded on Tuesday. 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 Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Osnabrück at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Osnabrück twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Essen with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Essen to Osnabrück.
City Information
Osnabrück
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One of the largest cities in the state of Lower Saxony, Osnabrück is an industrial city home to numerous automobile, paper, and steel companies. The city's pride is the Altstadt quarter, which has been meticulously reconstructed after suffering catastrophic damage during WWII. As a result, the quarter features many medieval buildings that retain their original splendor. The most notable is the Historic City Hall, featuring impressive Gothic architecture situated in a charming square. Also check out the historic St. Peter's Cathedral, a late-Romanesque cathedral founded in the 11th century.
For a focus on more natural splendor, the Botanischer Garten der Universität Osnabrück is a great place to start. Explore the garden's landscaped paths and glasshouse for palms until dinnertime. Then seek out some local specialties at Göttinger feldkieker, Ammerländer Schinken, or Lüneburger Heidschnucke.
Osnabrück offers tons of travel options, so it's easy to include a quick stop in the city during a tour of Germany. Nearby cities, including Bremen and Hanover are accessible on intercity buses. Several train lines, including Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain, also offer service throughout Germany, plus routes to farther destinations in Europe.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Osnabrück?
Main departure station: Osnabruck Central Station
There is one train station in Osnabrück.
All train stations in Osnabrück:
Osnabruck Central Station
Where is the train station in Essen?
Main arrival station: Essen Hbf
Essen has one train station.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen Hbf
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