The cheapest and fastest trains from Merseburg to Essen
Cheapest price
$94
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
7 h 2 m
Average duration
7 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
345 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Merseburg to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Merseburg to Essen will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.
It's difficult to get from Merseburg to Essen without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Merseburg to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Merseburg to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €67, and a flight costs an average of €412.
Distance: 214 miles (345 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€67 Average price Cheapest | €412 Average price |
5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Merseburg to Essen train times
The table below shows live departures for Merseburg to Essen trains for tomorrow, Thursday, January 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:36 AM Merseburg Hbf | 7h02 | 11:38 AM Essen | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Merseburg to Essen trains with Omio?
Abellio GmbH operates all train services from Merseburg to Essen. Omio is the only official third party seller for Abellio GmbH tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Abellio GmbH?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Abellio GmbH with all available travel options, which are train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Merseburg to Essen.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Abellio GmbH tickets can only be bought on Omio or Abellio GmbH's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Abellio GmbH tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Abellio GmbH tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Merseburg to Essen.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Merseburg to Essen
Trains from Merseburg to Essen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€67) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 214 miles (345 km) distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 214 miles (345 km) |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€67) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 19:22 |
Train companies: Abellio GmbH from Merseburg to Essen trainsAbellio GmbH trains will get you between Merseburg and Essen from $84 (€67). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Merseburg to Essen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Merseburg to Essen 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 Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Merseburg to Essen
- Asia Bistro
- Cafe am Kloster
- Alt Merseburg
- Parkrestaurant
- 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
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