Train from Essen to Regensburg: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Regensburg on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Regensburg Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Regensburg Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
Regensburg Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
Regensburg Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
Regensburg Train StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Regensburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Regensburg. The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 726, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
9h 30mAverage duration
452 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 726 - R 870Average duration9h 30m
11kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 741 - R 2 522Average duration6h 10m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Regensburg by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Essen to Regensburg?

    The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Regensburg start from R 1 741. The average price for this train route is around R 2 218. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Essen to Regensburg?

    The average train journey time from Essen to Regensburg is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 452 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Essen to Regensburg route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Regensburg?

    The earliest train from Essen to Regensburg departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 23:00.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Essen to Regensburg?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Regensburg?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Essen to Regensburg?

    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.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Regensburg?

    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.

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