Travelling from Poznań to Essen by train

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

The fastest trains from Poznań to Essen take around 7 hours and 3 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 687 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Poznań is scheduled to depart at around 03:19. The last departure is usually at around 19:31. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Poznań at around 03:19, with the last train leaving at around 19:30. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 27 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 5 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$145.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Essen, 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 Essen.

Is there a direct train from Poznań to Essen?

The journey between Poznań and Essen usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Poznań to Essen every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Poznań to Essen train travel takes about 7 hours and 3 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Poznań to Essen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Essen leaving Poznań at around 03:19 and the last train leaving at around 19:31. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Poznań at around 03:19, with the final departure at 19:30.