Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Berlin Südkreuz | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Cheapest | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + National Express | Berlin Hbf Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hauptbahnhof | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + National Express | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Spandau | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + National Express | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Berlin to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Essen?
Berlin
- A
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany - B
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany - C
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany - D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany - F
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Essen by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Essen start at $22. The average price for this train route is around $169. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Berlin to Essen?
The average train trip from Berlin to Essen takes 4h 36m and covers 454 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 48m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 30 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Essen?
The earliest train from Berlin to Essen departs at 6:07am. The latest train departs at 11:58pm.
What is the best train operator from Berlin to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Berlin to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
