How much is the train ticket from Berlin to Essen?

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Essen start from PEN 51. The average price for this train route is around PEN 267. 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 6m, 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 40 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain .

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

The earliest train from Berlin to Essen departs at 06:21. And the latest train departs at 23:52.

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 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 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 Deutsche Bahn , with a punctuality rating of 3.0 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.

Train Berlin to Essen from PEN 38 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 22 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	20:48	HBF	Cheapest
19:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	23:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
16:28	Berlin Südkreuz	4h 20m	20:48	HBF	No tags
14:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 6m	18:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
16:50	Spandau	3h 58m	20:48	HBF	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 23 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	4h 8m	16:48	HBF	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:25	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 38m	20:03	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 6m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 24 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	12:48	HBF	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	4h 8m	16:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:25	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 38m	20:03	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 6m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 25 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 53m	12:48	HBF	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	07:45	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 3m	16:48	HBF	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 6m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 26 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:38	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 36m	05:14	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 53m	12:48	HBF	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 6m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 27 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:38	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 36m	05:14	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 53m	12:48	HBF	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 6m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 28 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	12:48	HBF	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	12:40	Hauptbahnhof	4h 8m	16:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:25	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 38m	20:03	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 6m	10:38	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 29 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:38	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 36m	05:14	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
	07:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	11:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	08:39	Hauptbahnhof	4h 9m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:45	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	10h 18m	20:03	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	No tags
	06:32	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 6m	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 6 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40train per day

4h 6mAverage duration

452 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average pricePEN 85 - PEN 236	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average pricePEN 51 - PEN 1 004	Average duration4h 6m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

Berlin

A
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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B
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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C
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 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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B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/59 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi2.8

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi3.4

FlixTrain

3.3/529 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi2.2

DE train companies: RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, 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 PEN 51. The average price for this train route is around PEN 267. 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 6m, 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 40 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Essen?
The earliest train from Berlin to Essen departs at 06:21. And the latest train departs at 23:52.
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 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 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 Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 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

20/05

PEN 84

21/05

PEN 142

Today

PEN 208

23/05

PEN 115

24/05

PEN 192

25/05

PEN 275

26/05

PEN 117

27/05

PEN 83

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Essen was searched and found on 27 May 2026 with a price of PEN 83

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 PEN 83 to PEN 1 003 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 PEN 83, which is on 2026-05-27.

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.