Train from Essen to Berlin: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 16 March
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain
HBF
HauptbahnhofCheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE
Essen Central Train Station
Berlin HbfFastest
Flixtrain
HBF
HauptbahnhofNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
HBF
Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE
Essen Central Train Station
Berlin OstbahnhofNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Berlin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 4 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day
4h 7mAverage duration
283 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£19 - £80Average duration8h
11kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£12 - £115Average duration4h 7m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£21 - £52Average duration5h 10m
19kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Berlin by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Berlin start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £48. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Essen to Berlin?

    The average train journey time from Essen to Berlin is 4h 7m, covering a distance of 283 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Essen to Berlin route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 22 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Berlin?

    The earliest train from Essen to Berlin departs at 06:21. And the latest train departs at 23:51.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Essen to Berlin?

    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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Berlin?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Essen to Berlin?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Berlin?

    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.

Best price found
13/03
£40
14/03
£32
Today
£41
16/03
£31
17/03
£26
18/03
£31
19/03
£37
20/03
£40
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Berlin was searched and found on 17 Mar 2026 with a price of £26

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

You can expect to pay from £26 to £196 for a train ticket from Essen to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £26, which is on 2026-03-17.

Usually Deutsche Bahn 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.

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