How much does a train ticket from Essen to Madrid cost?

The average train ticket price from Essen to Madrid is $183. The best way to find train tickets from Essen to Madrid 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 Madrid?

A train trip between Essen and Madrid is around 1d 11h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 11h. This is the time it takes to travel the 917 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Essen and Madrid?

The number of trains from Essen to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Madrid 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 Madrid?

Trains traveling between Essen and Madrid leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Madrid-Barajas Airport, Madrid Puerta De Atocha, Madrid-Chamartin.

What are the best sights and things to do in Madrid?

Once in Madrid, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Prado Museum, Teleférico de Madrid, The Three Big Art Galleries - Paseo del Arte (Art Walk), Reina Sofia Museum, Puerta del Sol.

Trains from Essen to Madrid | FlixTrain, FlixBus

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: June 8 at 9:52pm
Departure city: Essen
Departure location: HBF
Arrival time: June 10 at 8:20am
Destination city: Madrid
Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 10h
Departure time: June 8 at 6:03pm
Departure city: Essen
Departure location: HBF
Arrival time: June 10 at 8:40am
Destination city: Madrid
Destination location: Madrid (South)
Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 14h
Departure time: June 8 at 9:52pm
Departure city: Essen
Departure location: HBF
Arrival time: June 10 at 9:05am
Destination city: Madrid
Destination location: Madrid (South)
Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 11h

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Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Madrid.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$86 - $387	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$145 - $366	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$190 - $190	Average Duration20h 40m	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Essen to Madrid

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

$86Cheapest ticket

37kgCO₂ emissions

Train Essen to Madrid: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$183

Average train trip duration1d 11h

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure8:50pm

Distance909 miles (1465 km)

Train Companies

FlixTrain

FlixBus

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Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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 ES:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, Slovak Rail, TGV inOui, Eurostar

Essen to Madrid Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Madrid?

Stops in Essen

A - HBF

B - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

Stops in Madrid

A - Madrid-Barajas Airport

B - Madrid Puerta De Atocha

C - Madrid-Chamartin

D - Madrid-Príncipe Pio

E - Nuevos Ministerios

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Train Travel Tips

There are many train stations in the world, check it station pages on Busbud to get all information you need.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Madrid, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Essen and Madrid compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Essen to Madrid.

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.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Madrid?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 5h	Avg Price$185	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 11h	Avg Price$183	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time20h 40m	Avg Price$190	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Essen and Madrid is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $183 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $145. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Madrid, choose the train, as it will take you from Essen to Madrid in about 20h 40m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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