Train from Duisburg to Essen: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Duisburg to Essen on April 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
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Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
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Essen Central Train StationNo tags
InterCityTrain
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Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
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Essen Central Train StationNo tags
InterCityTrain
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Essen Central Train StationNo tags

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Get from Duisburg to Essen

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 12 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 24,970, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day
12mAverage Duration
11 milesDistance
0kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Duisburg to Essen by train

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

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Duisburg to Essen start from COP 24,970. The average price for this train route is around COP 84,912. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Duisburg to Essen is 12m, covering a distance of 11 miles (17 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators service the Duisburg to Essen route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Duisburg to Essen?

    The earliest train departs from Duisburg to Essen at 6:08am. And the latest train departs at 7:06pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Duisburg to Essen?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Duisburg to Essen?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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
04/25
COP 15,372
04/26
COP 15,409
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04/28
COP 13,239
04/29
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Duisburg to Essen was searched and found on Apr 28, 2026 with a price of COP 13,239

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

You can expect to pay from COP 13,239 to COP 185,526 for a train ticket from Duisburg to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 13,239 which is on 2026-04-28.

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