How much does a train ticket from Essen to Frankfurt am Main cost?

The average train ticket price from Essen to Frankfurt am Main is $80. The best way to find train tickets from Essen to Frankfurt am Main is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?

A train trip between Essen and Frankfurt am Main is around 2h 28m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 54m. This is the time it takes to travel the 118 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Essen and Frankfurt am Main?

The number of trains from Essen to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?

Trains traveling between Essen and Frankfurt am Main leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Frankfurt Airport, Südbahnhof.

Trains from Essen to Frankfurt am Main | Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain

TodayMay 21

TomorrowMay 22

FriMay 23

from $25

SatMay 24

from $18

SunMay 25

from $27

MonMay 26

TueMay 27

WedMay 28

Next departures to Frankfurt am Main

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 23 at 12:03pm
Departure city: Essen
Departure location: HBF
Arrival time: May 23 at 6:00pm
Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
Destination location: FRA Frankfurt airport
Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 57m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 23 at 6:54am
Departure city: Essen
Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
Arrival time: May 23 at 8:48am
Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
Destination location: Frankfurt Hbf
Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 54m
Departure time: May 23 at 11:04am
Departure city: Essen
Departure location: HBF
Arrival time: May 23 at 4:30pm
Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
Destination location: Frankfurt Hbf
Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 26m
Departure time: May 23 at 6:00am
Departure city: Essen
Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
Arrival time: May 23 at 8:24am
Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
Destination location: Frankfurt Hbf
Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 24m
Departure time: May 23 at 6:54am
Departure city: Essen
Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
Arrival time: May 23 at 8:48am
Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
Destination location: Frankfurt Hbf
Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 54m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Frankfurt am Main.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$7 - $215	Average Duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$19 - $176	Average Duration2h 28m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$9 - $41	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Frankfurt am Main

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest ticket

8kgCO₂ emissions

Train Essen to Frankfurt am Main: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$80

Average train trip duration2h 28m

Number of daily trains13

Earliest train departure2:09am

Distance119 miles (191 km)

Latest train departure11:02pm

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4.5/57 reviews

Deutsche Bahn

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixTrain

FlixBus

3.5/58,692 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in DE:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, Slovak Rail, TGV inOui, Eurostar

Essen to Frankfurt am Main Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Frankfurt am Main?

Stops in Essen

A - HBF

B - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Frankfurt Airport

B - Südbahnhof

Frequently asked questions for your trip Essen - Frankfurt am Main

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/19

$104

05/20

$18

Today

$19

05/22

No data

05/23

$58

05/24

$42

05/25

$63

05/26

No data

The cheapest trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on May 20, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $254 for a train ticket from Essen to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-05-24.

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Frankfurt am Main, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Essen and Frankfurt am Main, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Essen to Frankfurt am Main, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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Train Essen to Frankfurt am Main: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Frankfurt am Main?

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How much does a train ticket from Essen to Frankfurt am Main cost?

How long is the train trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?

How many daily trains are there between Essen and Frankfurt am Main?

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?

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