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Trip Summary
There are usually 14 daily train trips available from Essen to Messel. Traveling by train from Essen to Messel usually takes 4 hours and 19 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 3 hours and 28 minutes.
| Distance | 129 mi (208 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 28m |
| Lowest price | $25.79 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Messel?
There are 3 train lines with service from Essen to Messel. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 9 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 4h 10m | $74.79 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 6 | 4h 17m | $77.48 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 9 | 4h 23m | $79.97 |
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 Messel start from $26, and on average cost . Daily there are 9 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Messel. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Train Station . And in Messel trains arrive at Train Station .
From Essen to Messel train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 23 minutes. If you are looking to get to Messel faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 28 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Essen and Messel is approximately 129 miles, or 208 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 19 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 28 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 from Essen to Messel are the most crowded on Thursday. 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 1:00am 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 14 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 Messel 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 center 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 Messel?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Messel has one train station.
All train stations in Messel:
Train Station
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