Train tickets from Essen to Erkelenz

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Next departures for Essen to Erkelenz on October 31
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Essen Central Train Station
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Essen Central Train Station
ErkelenzNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Essen Central Train Station
ErkelenzNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Essen Central Train Station
ErkelenzNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Essen Central Train Station
ErkelenzNo tags

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Get from Essen to Erkelenz

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The journey takes about 1 hour 23 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
1h 23mAverage Duration
64 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions

Train Essen to Erkelenz: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$29
Average train trip duration1h 23m
Number of daily trains5
Earliest train departure6:14am
Distance63 km
Latest train departure7:15pm

Essen to Erkelenz Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Erkelenz

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Erkelenz cost?

    The average train ticket price from Essen to Erkelenz is US$29. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Erkelenz is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Essen to Erkelenz?

    A train trip between Essen and Erkelenz is around 1h 23m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 1m. This is the time it takes to travel the 63 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Essen and Erkelenz?

    The number of trains from Essen to Erkelenz can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Erkelenz by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Essen to Erkelenz?

    When taking the train from Essen to Erkelenz, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Essen and Erkelenz is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Erkelenz.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Erkelenz, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Essen and Erkelenz compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Essen to Erkelenz, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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