Trains tickets from Essen to Düsseldorf

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TodayMay 10
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Düsseldorf
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Düsseldorf
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Düsseldorf
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Düsseldorf
    Destination location: Duesseldorf Central
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 11 at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Düsseldorf
    Destination location: Duesseldorf Central
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Düsseldorf

Bus
Average PriceUS$5 - US$11Average Duration35m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$6 - US$43Average Duration26m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$3 - US$15Average Duration30m
1kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Düsseldorf

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Düsseldorf. The journey takes about 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
30mAverage Duration
US$3Cheapest ticket
1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Essen to Düsseldorf: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change

Average Ticket PriceUS$23
Average train trip duration26m
Number of daily trains7
Earliest train departure6:00am
Distance30 km
Latest train departure8:50pm

Essen to Düsseldorf Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Düsseldorf

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Düsseldorf cost?

    The average train ticket price from Essen to Düsseldorf is US$23. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Düsseldorf is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Essen to Düsseldorf?

    A train trip between Essen and Düsseldorf is around 26m, although the fastest train will take about 22m. This is the time it takes to travel the 30 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Essen and Düsseldorf?

    The number of trains from Essen to Düsseldorf can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Düsseldorf by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Düsseldorf?

    Trains travelling between Essen and Düsseldorf leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Hbf, ZOB am Hbf, Duesseldorf Airport.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-08
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05-09
US$7
Today
US$6
05-11
US$6
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05-13
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05-14
US$5
05-15
US$5
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Düsseldorf was searched and found on May 15, 2025 with a price of US$5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Düsseldorf, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$5 to US$44 for a train ticket from Essen to Düsseldorf based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$5 which is on 2025-05-15.

Usually DBAH - ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Essen and Düsseldorf is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Düsseldorf.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Düsseldorf you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Essen and Düsseldorf, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Essen to Düsseldorf while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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Train from Düsseldorf to Essen

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