Train from Freiburg to Essen: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Freiburg to Essen on 14 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn EuroCity
Train
Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Freiburg to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
5h 10mAverage duration
242 milesDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£29 - £39Average duration10h 55m
10kg CO₂e
Average price£18 - £96Average duration5h 2m
9kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£32 - £50Average duration5h 10m
16kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Freiburg to Essen 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 Freiburg to Essen?

    The cheapest train tickets from Freiburg to Essen start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £54. 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 Freiburg to Essen?

    The average train journey time from Freiburg to Essen is 5h 2m, covering a distance of 241 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 53m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest train from Freiburg to Essen departs at 06:50. And the latest train departs at 20:55.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

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

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

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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