Train from Erfurt to Essen: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Erfurt to Essen on 14 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixTrainTrain
    Willy-Brandt-Platz
    HBFNo tags
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
    Train
    Erfurt Hbf
    Essen Central Train StationNo tags
    Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
    Erfurt Hbf
    Essen Central Train StationNo tags
    Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
    Erfurt Hbf
    Essen Central Train StationNo tags
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
    Train
    Erfurt Hbf
    Essen Central Train StationNo tags

    Compare 3 ways to travel from Erfurt 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 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    7carpool per day
    3h 40mAverage duration
    177 milesDistance
    12kgCO₂ emissions
    Average price£37 - £50Average duration9h 45m
    7kg CO₂e
    Average price£54 - £120Average duration5h 15m
    7kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average price£19 - £30Average duration3h 40m
    12kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erfurt 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 Erfurt to Essen?

      The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Essen start from £54. The average price for this train route is around £98. 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 Erfurt to Essen?

      The average train journey time from Erfurt to Essen is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 177 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

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

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

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

      The earliest train from Erfurt to Essen departs at 06:18. And the latest train departs at 19:30.

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

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

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

      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 Erfurt to Essen?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.

    8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Erfurt 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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