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Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 15 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:51	Berlin Hbf Train Station	5h 23m	05:14	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
	07:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	3h 48m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:00	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 48m	20:48	HBF	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	07:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 9m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	13:46	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 21m	20:07	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	18:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 39m	23:05	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	16:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	20:48	HBF	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 16 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	12:48	HBF	Cheapest
	07:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	3h 48m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	4h 8m	16:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	03:35	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 13m	12:48	HBF	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 12m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn + DB Fernverkehr + National Express	13:46	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 21m	20:07	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	18:43	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 15m	23:58	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	16:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	20:48	HBF	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 17 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	12:48	HBF	Cheapest
	07:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	3h 48m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	4h 8m	16:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	01:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 5m	12:00	HBF	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 12m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr + VIAS Rail	06:43	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 44m	11:27	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	16:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	20:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	03:35	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 13m	12:48	HBF	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 18 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:51	Berlin Hbf Train Station	5h 35m	05:26	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
	07:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	3h 48m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	01:40	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 20m	12:00	HBF	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:23	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 15m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	4h 8m	16:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	03:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	8h 53m	12:48	HBF	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:23	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 15m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 19 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	12:48	HBF	Cheapest
	07:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	3h 48m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	4h 8m	16:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	03:35	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 13m	12:48	HBF	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:22	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 16m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	16:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	20:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 50m	14:00	HBF	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:22	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 16m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 20 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:51	Berlin Hbf Train Station	5h 48m	05:39	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
	07:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	3h 48m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	03:35	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 13m	12:48	HBF	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 12m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	4h 8m	16:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	07:45	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 3m	16:48	HBF	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 12m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 21 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:51	Berlin Hbf Train Station	5h 23m	05:14	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
	07:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	3h 48m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	03:35	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 13m	12:48	HBF	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 12m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	16:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	20:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	11h 5m	18:00	HBF	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 12m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 22 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:51	Berlin Hbf Train Station	5h 23m	05:14	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
	07:47	Berlin Hbf Train Station	3h 48m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	03:35	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 13m	12:48	HBF	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 12m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	16:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	20:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:00	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 48m	20:48	HBF	No tags
S-Bahn Berlin + DB Fernverkehr	06:26	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 12m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Berlin to Essen

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 31 009, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39train per day

4h 12mAverage duration

452 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCOP 87 773 - COP 368 673	Average duration8h 25m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCOP 31 009 - COP 895 311	Average duration4h 12m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

Berlin

A
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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B
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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C
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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Essen

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

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

FlixTrain

3.3/532 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi2.1

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi3.4

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

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 COP 31 009. The average price for this train route is around COP 229 054. 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 12m, covering a distance of 452 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 39 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 23:53.
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 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
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 FlixTrain, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/07

COP 147 862

14/07

COP 112 434

Today

COP 112 633

16/07

COP 112 965

17/07

COP 116 422

18/07

COP 112 832

19/07

COP 128 420

20/07

COP 93 324

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Essen was searched and found on 20 Jul 2026 with a price of COP 93 324

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

You can expect to pay from COP 93 324 to COP 805 743 for a train ticket from Berlin to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 93 324, which is on 2026-07-20.

Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.