Train from Essen to Lübeck: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Essen to Lübeck on 7 February
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Flixtrain + Flixbus
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    We recommend taking the train

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Lübeck. The journey takes about 4 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just £44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    12train per day
    4h 24mAverage duration
    227 milesDistance
    9kgCO₂ emissions
    Average price£30 - £52Average duration11h 55m
    9kg CO₂e
    Average price£44 - £76Average duration4h 24m
    9kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Lübeck 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 Lübeck?

      The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Lübeck start from £44. The average price for this train route is around £58. 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 Lübeck?

      The average train journey time from Essen to Lübeck is 4h 24m, covering a distance of 227 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

      Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

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

      The earliest train from Essen to Lübeck departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 20:00.

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

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.

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

      According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

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

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

      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.

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