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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Willy-Brandt-Platz | HBF | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Erfurt Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Erfurt Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Erfurt Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Erfurt Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Erfurt to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Erfurt and Essen?
Erfurt
- A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erfurt 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 Erfurt to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Essen start at $120. The average price for this train route is around $120. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Erfurt to Essen?
The average train trip from Erfurt to Essen takes 5h 14m and covers 286 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Erfurt to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erfurt to Essen?
The earliest train from Erfurt to Essen departs at 12:23pm. The latest train departs at 12:23pm.
What is the best train operator from Erfurt to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Erfurt to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Erfurt to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Erfurt 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.
