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Taking the train from Düren to Essen Hbf in 2 hours 1 minute

Thinking about taking the train from Düren to Essen Hbf? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 2 hours 16 minutes to travel the 50 miles (80 km) from Düren to Essen Hbf by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 1 minute on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 64 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You can travel with DB trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.

Train tickets from Düren to Essen Hbf are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to Essen Hbf? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Düren to Essen Hbf by train

First train

00:17

Last train

23:17

Departure station

Düren

Arrival station

Essen Hbf

Journey time

From 2h 1m

Distance

50 miles (80 km)

Frequency

64 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train and bus operators

Deutsche Bahn

Düren to Essen Hbf train times

Check out the next trains departing from Düren to Essen Hbf for Tuesday 2nd April 2024. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
10:23 12:40 2h 17m, 2 changes
10:46 12:47 2h 1m, 2 changes
11:17 13:28 2h 11m, 1 change
11:23 13:40 2h 17m, 2 changes
11:46 13:47 2h 1m, 2 changes
12:09 14:27 2h 18m, 1 change
12:17 14:28 2h 11m, 1 change
12:23 14:40 2h 17m, 2 changes
12:46 14:47 2h 1m, 2 changes
13:17 15:28 2h 11m, 1 change

Deutsche Bahn trains from Düren to Essen Hbf

You can travel from Düren to Essen Hbf on Deutsche Bahn trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

PhotoJoachimKohlerBremen, under licence CC BY-SA 4.0

The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.

Cheap train tickets from Düren to Essen Hbf

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Düren to Essen Hbf by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Düren to Essen Hbf? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Düren to Essen Hbf take?

The average journey time by train between Düren and Essen Hbf is 2 hours and 16 minutes, with around 64 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Düren and Essen Hbf by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Düren to Essen Hbf is 2 hours and 1 minute.

Is there a direct train from Düren to Essen Hbf?

No, there are no direct train services from Düren to Essen Hbf. Travelling from Düren to Essen Hbf by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Düren to Essen Hbf leave?

The first train from Düren to Essen Hbf leaves at 00:17. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Düren to Essen Hbf leave?

The last train from Düren to Essen Hbf leaves at 23:17. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Düren and Essen Hbf by train?

Trains travelling from Düren to Essen Hbf cover a distance of around 50 miles (80 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Essen Hbf to Düren.

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