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Kulturgeschichtliches Museum Osnabrück
Top local museum in the former market square weighing house. It presents the Peace of Westphalia and Osnabrück’s urban history in a central historic setting.
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Osnabrück is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Osnabrück will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 5 trains that leave Essen for Osnabrück on Mon, Aug 03, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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 2310
ICE 206
ICE 1036
26809 · ICE 616
10211
ICE 2310
ICE 1036
ICE 206
26809 · ICE 616
10211Trains from Essen to Osnabrück run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 12:19 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 6 days |
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Osnabrück trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 206 | On time 8:00 AM Essen Hbf | 1h21 | 9:21 AM Osnabrück Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2310 | On time 8:35 AM Essen Hbf | 1h17 | 9:52 AM Osnabrück Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26809 · ICE 616 | On time 8:52 AM Essen Hbf | 1h29 | 10:21 AM Osnabrück Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1036 | On time 9:34 AM Essen Hbf | 1h18 | 10:52 AM Osnabrück Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
10211 | 9:40 AM Essen Hbf | 1h30 | 11:10 AM Osnabrück Hbf | 0 transfersDirect |
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Top local museum in the former market square weighing house. It presents the Peace of Westphalia and Osnabrück’s urban history in a central historic setting.
Important collection focused on painter Felix Nussbaum, designed by Daniel Libeskind. Powerful architecture and art make it a standout cultural stop.
Compact museum on the Erich Maria Remarque peace center. It explores the author’s life, anti-war themes, and literary legacy in a meaningful setting.
Historic market square framed by the town hall and St. Mary’s Church. It is the classic starting point for exploring Osnabrück’s old town atmosphere.
One of the city’s oldest streets, lined with restored houses and small shops. It captures the medieval character of central Osnabrück.
Pedestrian street in the old town with handsome façades and independent businesses. Popular for strolling between major historic sights.
Grünkohl cooked with onions and spices, usually served in winter with potatoes and sausage. A classic North German comfort dish also popular in Osnabrück.
Hearty kale and barley stew from Lower Saxony, often enriched with smoked meat. It reflects the region's rural winter cooking traditions.
Pan-fried potatoes with onions and bacon, often served with fried eggs or pickles. A staple pub and home dish across northwest Germany.
Michelin-starred fine dining known for seasonal tasting menus, precise modern technique, and an elegant setting inside the historic Hotel Walhalla.
Historic traditional restaurant in the old town serving regional German classics and beer in a cozy, long-established setting.
Well-regarded old-town dining room with refined German and European dishes, strong wine focus, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Munich or Hamburg, while local transit and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up small taxi fares and leave small change at cafes.
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Osnabrück Hbf -> Neumarkt, Osnabrück
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Osnabrück 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Essen to Osnabrück trains use the Essen Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Osnabrück Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Essen and Osnabrück train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Essen-Werden is 7 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen-Werden 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 options include: Kettner's Kamota, Abraham Konditorei & Cafe Werntges seit 1962, La Piazzetta, Pia
Wi-Fi is available at Essen-Werden. ATMs are available at Essen-Werden.
Ticket office support is available at Essen-Werden. Information desks are available at Essen-Werden.
Luggage storage is available at Essen-Werden. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen-Werden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen-Werden: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen-Werden.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hohenstein, Domstuben.
Essen-Steele is 4 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen-Steele 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 options include: Bootshaus Ruhreck, Da Vinici, Asia-Nudeln, Bacchos
Wi-Fi is available at Essen-Steele. ATMs are available at Essen-Steele.
Ticket office support is available at Essen-Steele. Information desks are available at Essen-Steele.
Luggage storage is available at Essen-Steele. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen-Steele: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen-Steele: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen-Steele.
Nearby hotels include Zur Guten Quelle, Hotel Töff-Töff, Budike.
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 options include: Beykebab, Kochlöffel, Algarve Grill, Pizza Max
Wi-Fi is available at Osnabrück Hbf. ATMs are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Osnabrück Hbf. Information desks are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Osnabrück Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Osnabrück Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Osnabrück Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Osnabrück Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Pension Haus Auf Dem Klushügel, Best Western Hotel Hohenzollern, Ibis Budget, Boardinghouse Villa Il Paradiso.
Osnabrück Altstadt 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 options include: McDonald's, Cafe Extrablatt, Cafe & Bar Celona, Café Mano Negra
Wi-Fi is available at Osnabrück Altstadt. ATMs are available at Osnabrück Altstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Osnabrück Altstadt. Information desks are available at Osnabrück Altstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Osnabrück Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Osnabrück Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Osnabrück Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Osnabrück Altstadt.
Nearby hotels include Romantikhotel Walhalla, Dom-Hotel, Hotel am Nikolaiort, Bergmann Boardinghouse.
Osnabrück-Sutthausen is 4 km from Osnabrück city centre. Public transport options include:
Osnabrück-Sutthausen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Osnabrück-Sutthausen.
Available at Osnabrück-Sutthausen: Parking.
Available at Osnabrück-Sutthausen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Osnabrück-Sutthausen.
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