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The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Herning
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
8 h 49 m
Average duration
10 h 55 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
536 km
Cheap tickets
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.
Fast trains
To travel from Essen to Herning you need to make at least 3 changes.
09:008h57
Essen17:57Herning St.
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3 changes
13:088h49
Essen21:57Herning St.
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3 changes
20:0017h57
Essen13:57Herning St.
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3 changes
07:068h51
Essen15:57Herning St.
£1011One-way
3 changes
09:5410h03
Essen19:57Herning St.
£1011One-way
3 changes
13:088h49
Essen21:57Herning St.
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3 changes
07:068h51
Essen15:57Herning St.
£1011One-way
3 changes
09:008h57
Essen17:57Herning St.
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3 changes
09:5410h03
Essen19:57Herning St.
£1011One-way
3 changes
20:0017h57
Essen13:57Herning St.
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3 changes
Live departures
Essen to Herning train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:17
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to Herning
Germany
Denmark
Trains from Essen to Herning run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £102 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 536 km |
Average train duration 7h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £102 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 8h 45m |
First train 07:59 |
Last train 20:00 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Essen to Herning trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Essen and Herning from £102. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 54m
Cheapest Price
£72
Deutsche Bahn frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Essen to Herning train
FAQs: Travel by train from Essen to Herning easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Essen to Herning.
The train distance from Essen to Herning is 536 km.
The train journey from Essen to Herning covers a distance of 536 km and takes approximately 8h 45m. Trains run 12 per day.
The first train from Essen to Herning leaves at 7:59.
The last train from Essen to Herning departs at 20:00.
Booking trains from Essen to Herning in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Trains from Essen to Herning run approximately 12 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Essen to Herning can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £102, while the average price tends to be around £102.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Essen to Herning.
The cheapest way to get from Essen to Herning is by train, costing approximately £102.
The train station in Essen that goes to Herning is Essen Hbf, and it arrives at Herning station.
There is no night train service from Essen to Herning.
Yes, you can take the train from Essen to Herning.
To travel from Essen to Herning, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Herning
Essen
Herning
The major train station for departures in Essen is Essen Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Essen Hbf for your trip from Essen to Herning.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Dining
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
Hotel
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
Essen Süd
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Haus Wilmes
- Mana Mana
- Karawane
Hotel
- Webers
The major train station for arrivals in Herning is Herning St.. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Herning St. for your journey to Herning from Essen.
Herning St.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- 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.
Dining
- Restaurant Flammen Herning
- Brdr. Price Herning
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- DKK 5
Hotel
- Hotel DGI Huset Herning
- Best Western Plus Hotel Eyde
- Scandic Regina
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Herning St.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and local connections
Herning Messecenter
Amenities at train station
DiningAccessibilityWCHotelMost popular train connections from Essen
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