How much does a train ticket cost from Erlangen to Essen?

The cheapest train tickets from Erlangen to Essen start from £64. The average price for this train route is around £99. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Erlangen to Essen?

The average train journey time from Erlangen to Essen is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 217 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 38m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Erlangen to Essen route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 15 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erlangen to Essen?

The earliest train from Erlangen to Essen departs at 06:03. And the latest train departs at 20:29.

Train Erlangen to Essen from £64 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Erlangen to Essen on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	18:03	Erlangen Münchener Straße	6h 32m	00:35	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	18:31	Erlangen Münchener Straße	4h 31m	23:02	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	19:03	Erlangen Münchener Straße	6h 32m	01:35	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	19:38	Erlangen Münchener Straße	4h 45m	00:23	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	20:29	Erlangen Münchener Straße	6h 21m	02:50	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Erlangen to Essen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

8h 50mAverage duration

217 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£19 - £22	Average duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£64 - £130	Average duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Erlangen and Essen?

Erlangen

A
Erlangen Bahnhof
Parkplatzstraße, 91054 Erlangen
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Essen

A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at £99

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erlangen 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.

How much does a train ticket cost from Erlangen to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Erlangen to Essen start from £64. The average price for this train route is around £99. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Erlangen to Essen?
The average train journey time from Erlangen to Essen is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 217 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 38m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Erlangen to Essen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 15 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erlangen to Essen?
The earliest train from Erlangen to Essen departs at 06:03. And the latest train departs at 20:29.