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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DB Regio Südost + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Dresden Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | Cheapest | ||||
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| Dresden Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | Fastest | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + VIAS Rail | Train | Dresden Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Train | Dresden Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
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| Dresden Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
DB Regio Südost + Deutsche Bahn + VIAS Rail | Train | Dresden Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + VIAS Rail | Train | Dresden Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Train | Dresden Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Dresden to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just CHF 31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dresden and Essen?
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 Dresden 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 Dresden to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Dresden to Essen start at CHF 31. The average price for this train route is around CHF 122. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Dresden to Essen?
The average train trip from Dresden to Essen takes 7h 7m and covers 470 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Dresden to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 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 Dresden to Essen?
The earliest train from Dresden to Essen departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 10:12pm.
What is the best train operator from Dresden 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 13 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden 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 Dresden 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 Dresden 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dresden to Essen was searched and found on Oct 13, 2026 with a price of CHF 44To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dresden to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CHF 44 to CHF 243 for a train ticket from Dresden to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 44 which is on 2026-10-13.
