Essen to Wuppertal by train

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Overview: trains from Essen to Wuppertal

Find the key information for travelling by train from Essen to Wuppertal, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:20 View journey
Last train 23:20 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 39m View journey
Distance (km) 24
Trains / day 53 View all
Cheapest journey £32.77 View journey
Avg journey time 44m
Train operators 8

Travelling from Essen to Wuppertal by train

Want to know how to get from Essen to Wuppertal by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Essen to Wuppertal take around 39 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 24 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Essen is scheduled to depart at around  00:20. The last departure is usually at around 23:20 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Essen at around 00:21, with the last train leaving at around 23:20. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 53 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 22 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £32.77.

We think any time is a great time to visit Wuppertal, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Wuppertal.

Is there a direct train from Essen to Wuppertal?

Yes, there is a direct train from Essen to Wuppertal.

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

How long does it take to travel from Essen to Wuppertal?

The Essen to Wuppertal train travel takes about 39 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Essen to Wuppertal train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Wuppertal leaving Essen at around 00:20 and the last train leaving at around 23:20 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Essen at around 00:21, with the final departure at 23:20.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.