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How to travel from Goes to Essen by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Goes to Essen? Look no further.

There are around 40 trains per day running between Goes and Essen, which usually take 5 hours 8 minutes to complete the 134 miles (216 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 1 minute on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Essen from Goes, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way.

You can save money on train tickets from Goes to Essen if you book in advance. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for timetables (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Goes to Essen by train

First train

05:58

Last train

23:43

Departure station

Goes

Arrival station

Essen

Journey time

From 4h 1m

Distance

134 miles (216 km)

Frequency

40 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

FAQs about the train journey from Goes to Essen

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

How do I travel from Goes to Essen?

You can get from Goes to Essen by train in 5 hours and 8 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 4 hours and 1 minute. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Goes to Essen take?

The average journey time by train between Goes and Essen is 5 hours and 8 minutes, with around 40 trains per day running on this route. 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 Goes and Essen by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Goes to Essen is 4 hours and 1 minute.

Can you take a train directly from Goes to Essen?

No, there are no direct train services from Goes to Essen. Travelling from Goes to Essen by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

Goes to Essen train times

Check out the next trains departing from Goes to Essen for Tuesday 6th May 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
10:4315:585h 15m, 2 changes
11:1515:354h 20m, 3 changes
11:4315:584h 15m, 3 changes
12:1516:164h 1m, 4 changes
12:1516:354h 20m, 3 changes
12:4318:025h 19m, 2 changes
13:1517:354h 20m, 3 changes
13:4318:024h 19m, 3 changes
14:1518:164h 1m, 4 changes
14:1518:354h 20m, 3 changes

Cheap train tickets from Goes to Essen

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 Goes to Essen 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.

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