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Train Essen → Mülheim (Ruhr)

Schedule & travel time

8m 8 km 80 trains/day
RE S

Route overview

8m

Fastest time

12m

Avg. duration

8

Kilometers

80

Trains per day

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By train from Essen to Mülheim (Ruhr)

An important regional connection: The train connection from Essen to Mülheim (Ruhr) is one of the important regional connections rail routes in Germany. On the RE you reach your destination in just 8m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 8 kilometers and is served by about 80 trains every day. This means you can find a connection at almost any time of day.

Route overview

Infrastructure: Ruhrgebiet

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Available train types

This route is served by RE, S.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Essen to Mülheim (Ruhr) saves you about 1 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Essen to Mülheim (Ruhr)?

The fastest connection from Essen to Mülheim (Ruhr) takes 8m. The average travel time is 12m.

How many trains run daily from Essen to Mülheim (Ruhr)?

About 80 trains run daily on the Essen - Mülheim (Ruhr) route. Train types include RE, S.

What is the route from Essen to Mülheim (Ruhr)?

The direct connection covers 8 km.

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Return journey

Mülheim (Ruhr) Essen

More connections

Essen → Dortmund0h 22mEssen → Bochum8mEssen → Duisburg0h 10mEssen → Berlin3h 55m
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Schedule data last updated: 01/06/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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