Train from Düsseldorf to Essen: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Düsseldorf to Essen on April 30
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Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Dusseldorf Airport Train Station
Essen Central Train StationFastest
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Dusseldorf Airport Train Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Düsseldorf to Essen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just SEK 45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
40mAverage Duration
19 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceSEK 45 - SEK 80Average Duration40m
1kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceSEK 64 - SEK 335Average Duration25m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Essen?

    The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Essen start from SEK 64. The average price for this train route is around SEK 216. 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 Düsseldorf to Essen?

    The average train ride duration from Düsseldorf to Essen is 25m, covering a distance of 18 miles (29 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 22 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.

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

    The earliest train departs from Düsseldorf to Essen at 6:13am. And the latest train departs at 7:34pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf 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.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

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

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveler 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
04/27
SEK 57
04/28
SEK 114
Today
SEK 40
04/30
SEK 131
05/01
SEK 40
05/02
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05/03
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05/04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Essen was searched and found on Apr 29, 2026 with a price of SEK 40

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

You can expect to pay from SEK 40 to SEK 536 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 40 which is on 2026-05-01.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE 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.

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