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Travelling from Poznań to Essen Hbf by train

Looking to travel from Poznań to Essen Hbf by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 8 hours 57 minutes to travel from Poznań to Essen Hbf by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 8 hours 13 minutes though. You'll usually find 11 trains per day running along the 426 miles (686 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Essen Hbf, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.

Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Poznań to Essen Hbf.

If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Essen Hbf by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.

Poznań to Essen Hbf by train

First train

05:10

Last train

18:26

Departure station

Poznań

Arrival station

Essen Hbf

Journey time

From 8h 13m

Distance

426 miles (686 km)

Frequency

11 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train and bus operators

Flixbus

FAQs about the train journey from Poznań to Essen Hbf

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

How do you get to Essen Hbf from Poznań?

To travel to Essen Hbf from Poznań, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 8 hours and 57 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 8 hours and 13 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Poznań to Essen Hbf?

Trains from Poznań to Essen Hbf take an average of 8 hours and 57 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 8 hours and 13 minutes. You'll usually find 11 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Poznań and Essen Hbf by train?

The quickest journey time between Poznań and Essen Hbf by train is 8 hours and 13 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Poznań to Essen Hbf?

No, there are no direct trains running from Poznań to Essen Hbf, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Poznań to Essen Hbf train times

Check out the next trains departing from Poznań to Essen Hbf for Tuesday 18th March 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
04:1013:459h 35m, 3 changes
06:3214:458h 13m, 2 changes
08:3216:468h 14m, 2 changes
09:3217:458h 13m, 2 changes
10:3218:458h 13m, 2 changes
11:2219:458h 23m, 3 changes
11:3720:459h 8m, 3 changes
12:3221:459h 13m, 2 changes
12:3721:459h 8m, 3 changes
14:3223:128h 40m, 2 changes

Cheap train tickets from Poznań 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 Poznań 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.

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