Train from Regensburg to Essen: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Regensburg to Essen on 4 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Regensburg Train Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Regensburg Train Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Regensburg Train Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Regensburg Train Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Regensburg Train Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Regensburg 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 10 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
10h 15mAverage duration
281 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£28 - £80Average duration10h 15m
11kg CO₂e
Average price£27 - £139Average duration6h 36m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Regensburg 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 Regensburg to Essen?

    The cheapest train tickets from Regensburg to Essen start from £27. The average price for this train route is around £68. 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 Regensburg to Essen?

    The average train journey time from Regensburg to Essen is 6h 36m, covering a distance of 281 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 23m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Regensburg to Essen departs at 06:22. And the latest train departs at 20:46.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Regensburg to Essen was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £52

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

You can expect to pay from £52 to £169 for a train ticket from Regensburg to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £52, which is on 2025-12-06.

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