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Tomorrow6 Jun
from US$70
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 6 June at
    Departure city: Halle
    Departure location: Halle (Saale) central station (train)
    Arrival time: 6 June at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: HBF
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Halle to Essen

Bus
Average priceUS$30 - US$41Average duration5h 15m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
Train
Average priceUS$69 - US$69Average duration6h 47m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Halle to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
5h 15mAverage duration
US$30Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Train Halle to Essen: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$69
Average train trip duration6h 47m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure14:01
Distance214 miles

Halle to Essen Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Essen from Halle, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Halle - Essen

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Halle to Essen cost?

    The average train ticket price from Halle to Essen is US$69. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Halle to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Halle to Essen?

    A train trip between Halle and Essen is around 6h 47m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 215 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Halle and Essen?

    The number of trains from Halle to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Halle to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Halle to Essen was searched and found on 6 Jun 2025 with a price of US$65

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Halle to Essen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$65 to US$65 for a train ticket from Halle to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$65, which is on 2025-06-06.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Halle and Essen is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Essen.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Essen you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Halle and Essen, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Halle to Essen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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Train from Essen to Halle

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