Trains tickets from Wolfsburg to Essen

TodayAug 4
from US$63
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 4 at
    Departure city: Wolfsburg
    Departure location: Wolfsburg Hbf
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 4 at
    Departure city: Wolfsburg
    Departure location: Wolfsburg Hbf
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 4 at
    Departure city: Wolfsburg
    Departure location: Wolfsburg Bushaltestelle
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: HBF
    Operated by: FlixtrainFlixtrain
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 4 at
    Departure city: Wolfsburg
    Departure location: Wolfsburg Hbf
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 4 at
    Departure city: Wolfsburg
    Departure location: Wolfsburg Hbf
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Wolfsburg to Essen: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$40
Average train trip duration8h 54m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure9:54am
Distance281 km

Wolfsburg to Essen Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Wolfsburg - Essen

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Wolfsburg to Essen cost?

    The average train ticket price from Wolfsburg to Essen is US$40. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Wolfsburg to Essen 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!

  2. How long is the trip from Wolfsburg to Essen?

    A train trip between Wolfsburg and Essen is around 8h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 54m. This is the time it takes to travel the 281 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Wolfsburg and Essen?

    The number of trains from Wolfsburg to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Wolfsburg to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Wolfsburg to Essen?

    When taking the train from Wolfsburg to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

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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 Wolfsburg to Essen was searched and found on Aug 7, 2025 with a price of US$36

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

You can expect to pay from US$36 to US$142 for a train ticket from Wolfsburg to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$36 which is on 2025-08-07.

About Train Travel

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Essen you take, 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.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Wolfsburg and Essen, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

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 travelling more than 17,000 km.

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.

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