Train from Braunschweig to Essen: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Braunschweig to Essen on 7 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Braunschweig Main Railway Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Braunschweig Main Railway Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Braunschweig Main Railway Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Braunschweig Main Railway Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Braunschweig Main Railway Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Braunschweig 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 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10carpool per day
3h 10mAverage duration
160 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£19 - £35Average duration5h 50m
6kg CO₂e
Average price£39 - £77Average duration3h 16m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£16 - £29Average duration3h 10m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Braunschweig 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 Braunschweig to Essen?

    The cheapest train tickets from Braunschweig to Essen start from £39. The average price for this train route is around £62. 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 Braunschweig to Essen?

    The average train journey time from Braunschweig to Essen is 3h 16m, covering a distance of 161 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 56m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

    The earliest train from Braunschweig to Essen departs at 06:49. And the latest train departs at 20:49.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

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

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

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Braunschweig 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.

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