The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Herning
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
8 h 49 m
Average duration
10 h 55 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
536 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Herning is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Essen to Herning you need to make at least 3 changes.










Live departures
Essen to Herning train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Herning trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:06 Essen | 8h51 | 15:57 Herning St. | 3 changes | |
![]() | 09:00 Essen | 8h57 | 17:57 Herning St. | 3 changes | |
![]() | 09:54 Essen | 10h03 | 19:57 Herning St. | 3 changes | |
![]() | 13:08 Essen | 8h49 | 21:57 Herning St. | 3 changes | |
![]() | 20:00 Essen | 17h57 | 13:57 Herning St. | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to Herning
Trains from Essen to Herning run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £101 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:59, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 536 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 536 km |
Average train duration 7h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £101 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 8h 45m |
First train 07:59 |
Last train 20:00 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Essen to Herning trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Essen and Herning from £101. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Essen to Herning train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Herning by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Herning, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Herning
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Haus Wilmes
- Mana Mana
- Karawane
- Webers
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Banegårdspladsen.
- Restaurant Flammen Herning
- Brdr. Price Herning
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel DGI Huset Herning
- Best Western Plus Hotel Eyde
- Scandic Regina
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and local connections
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