Train from Regensburg to Essen: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Regensburg to Essen on November 29
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Regensburg Train Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Regensburg Train Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Regensburg Train Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Regensburg Train Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Regensburg Train Station
Essen Central Train StationNo tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
9h 55mAverage Duration
281 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$36 - $104Average Duration9h 55m
11kg CO₂e
Average Price$35 - $181Average Duration6h 31m
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Regensburg to Essen by train

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Regensburg to Essen was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $102

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