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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 18
CHF25
Average ticket price on Sep 18
CHF47
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 32 m
Trains on Sep 18
7
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf will cost around CHF47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF25.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 7 trains from Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 116 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 1545 · ICE 6168:44 AM1h37Essen Hbf10:21 AMOsnabrück HbfCHF251One-way1 transfer- S2 · ICE 1065:53 PM1h28Essen Hbf7:21 PMOsnabrück HbfCHF491One-way1 transfer
- 102119:40 AM1h31Essen Hbf11:11 AMOsnabrück HbfCHF511One-way0 transfers
- 58311 · 906064:46 PM1h53Essen Hbf6:39 PMOsnabrück HbfCHF511One-way1 transfer
- 102275:40 PM1h31Essen Hbf7:11 PMOsnabrück HbfCHF511One-way0 transfers
- S2 · ICE 1065:53 PM1h28Essen Hbf7:21 PMOsnabrück HbfCHF491One-way1 transfer
- 102119:40 AM1h31Essen Hbf11:11 AMOsnabrück HbfCHF511One-way0 transfers
- 102275:40 PM1h31Essen Hbf7:11 PMOsnabrück HbfCHF511One-way0 transfers
- 102296:40 PM1h35Essen Hbf8:15 PMOsnabrück HbfCHF511One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1545 · ICE 6168:44 AM1h37Essen Hbf10:21 AMOsnabrück HbfCHF251One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF13, while a train costs an average of CHF36.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF36 Average price | CHF13 Average price Cheapest | CHF21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf:
A bus is CHF24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf costing on average CHF36.
Other travel options to Osnabrück Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 55m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 24m by train vs 1h 32m by car). Tickets start at around CHF36 compared to roughly CHF21 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1545 · ICE 616 | On time 8:44 AM Essen Hbf | 1h37 | 10:21 AM Osnabrück Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 10211 | 9:40 AM Essen Hbf | 1h31 | 11:11 AM Osnabrück Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf
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Trains from Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF8 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:06, the last at 15:56. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 72 miles (116 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 1:06 AM |
Last train 3:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Essen Hbf and Osnabrück Hbf from CHF8. 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.
FlixTrain
FAQs: Trains from Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf 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 Osnabrück Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf
Most Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf trains use the Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Essen Hbf and Osnabrück Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf train station facilities and services
Essen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Getting to Osnabrück Hbf from Osnabrück city centre
Osnabrück Hbf train station facilities and services
Osnabrück Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Beykebab, Kochlöffel, Algarve Grill, Pizza Max
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Osnabrück Hbf. ATMs are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Osnabrück Hbf. Information desks are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Osnabrück Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Osnabrück Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Osnabrück Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Haus Auf Dem Klushügel, Best Western Hotel Hohenzollern, Ibis Budget, Boardinghouse Villa Il Paradiso.
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