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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Essen to Gütersloh. The train trip from Essen to Gütersloh is usually about one hour and 16 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest FlixTrain train can get you there in as little as one hour and 8 minutes.
Distance | 67 mi (107 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 8m |
Lowest price | $5.35 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Gütersloh?
FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Essen to Gütersloh. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain | 2 | 1h 17m | $10.88 |
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 Gütersloh from Essen. The train usually departs from Essen Hbf in Essen and arrives at Gütersloh Central Station in Gütersloh after about 1 hours and 17 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Essen to Gütersloh on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Essen at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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 Essen twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Gütersloh 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 Gütersloh to Essen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Main departure station: Essen Hbf
There is one train station in Essen.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen Hbf
Where is the train station in Gütersloh?
Main arrival station: Gütersloh Central Station
Gütersloh has one train station.
All train stations in Gütersloh:
Gütersloh Central Station
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