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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn + eurobahn | Berlin Hbf Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | Cheapest | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + National Express | Berlin Hbf Train Station | Essen Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + National Express | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + National Express | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + National Express | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn Berlin + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW | Berlin Ostbahnhof | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Berlin to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Essen?
Berlin
- A
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany - B
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany - C
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany - D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany - F
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Essen by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Essen start from PEN 52. The average price for this train route is around PEN 277. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Essen?
The average train journey time from Berlin to Essen is 4h 41m, covering a distance of 453 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 48m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 34 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Essen?
The earliest train from Berlin to Essen departs at 06:07. And the latest train departs at 23:58.
Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Berlin to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin 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.
