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

The cheapest train tickets from Trier to Essen start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £55. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Trier to Essen?

The average train journey time from Trier to Essen is 3h 27m, covering a distance of 118 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators serve the Trier to Essen route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Trier to Essen departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 22:31.

Train Trier to Essen from £24 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Trier to Essen on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	09:31	Trier Hauptbahnhof Bus	5h 19m	14:50	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	13:31	Trier Hauptbahnhof Bus	4h 9m	17:40	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn EuroCity	Train	14:31	Trier Hauptbahnhof Bus	3h 34m	18:05	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	18:31	Trier Hauptbahnhof Bus	4h 36m	23:07	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	19:31	Trier Hauptbahnhof Bus	4h 56m	00:27	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Trier 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 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 20mAverage duration

118 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£22 - £22	Average duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£24 - £79	Average duration3h 27m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£17 - £17	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

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

Trier

A
Bushaltestelle Hauptbahnhof
Kürenzer Straße 4, 54292 Trier, Rheinland-Pfalz
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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

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the power outlets and the ticket access but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ticket prices on this trip start at £27

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Trier 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 Trier to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Trier to Essen start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £55. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Trier to Essen?
The average train journey time from Trier to Essen is 3h 27m, covering a distance of 118 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Trier to Essen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Trier to Essen?
The earliest train from Trier to Essen departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 22:31.