Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | HBF | Gotha (train) | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Gotha (train) | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Gotha (train) | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Gotha (train) | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Gotha (train) | No tags |
Get from Essen to Gotha
The journey takes about 4 hours 49 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 438, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Gotha 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 Essen to Gotha?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Gotha start from R 438. The average price for this train route is around R 1 778. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Gotha?
The average train journey time from Essen to Gotha is 4h 49m, covering a distance of 264 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Gotha route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Gotha?
The earliest train from Essen to Gotha departs at 06:12. And the latest train departs at 23:00.
Which is the best train operator from Essen to Gotha?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Gotha?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Essen to Gotha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Gotha?
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.
