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

The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Essen start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £53. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Berlin to Essen?

The average train journey time from Berlin to Essen is 4h 8m, covering a distance of 283 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 49m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators serve the Berlin to Essen route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 31 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Essen?

The earliest train from Berlin to Essen departs at 06:06. And the latest train departs at 23:56.

Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Essen?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Essen?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Berlin to Essen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Essen?

According to Busbud traveller 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.

Train Berlin to Essen from £9 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 2 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:27	Hauptbahnhof	4h 21m	16:48	HBF	Cheapest
06:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	10:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
12:40	Spandau	4h 8m	16:48	HBF	No tags
06:33	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 2m	10:35	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
06:33	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 2m	10:35	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 3 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:27	Hauptbahnhof	4h 21m	16:48	HBF	Cheapest
	12:40	Spandau	4h 8m	16:48	HBF	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	06:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 53m	16:48	HBF	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 4 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:10	Hauptbahnhof	4h 38m	12:48	HBF	Cheapest
	08:40	Spandau	4h 8m	12:48	HBF	Fastest
	16:32	Gesundbrunnen	4h 16m	20:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 53m	12:48	HBF	No tags
	07:59	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 49m	12:48	HBF	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 5 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	23:56	Berlin Ostbahnhof	6h 2m	05:58	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
	06:46	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	10:35	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	08:10	Hauptbahnhof	4h 38m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 51m	12:01	HBF	No tags
	06:33	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 2m	10:35	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 6 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:28	Hauptbahnhof	4h 20m	18:48	HBF	Cheapest
	08:40	Spandau	4h 8m	12:48	HBF	Fastest
	08:10	Hauptbahnhof	4h 38m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 51m	12:01	HBF	No tags
	07:59	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 49m	12:48	HBF	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 7 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 53m	12:48	HBF	Cheapest
	08:40	Spandau	4h 8m	12:48	HBF	Fastest
	08:10	Hauptbahnhof	4h 38m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	04:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 51m	14:01	HBF	No tags
	12:27	Hauptbahnhof	4h 21m	16:48	HBF	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Essen on 8 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:32	Gesundbrunnen	4h 16m	20:48	HBF	Cheapest
	08:40	Spandau	4h 8m	12:48	HBF	Fastest
	08:10	Hauptbahnhof	4h 38m	12:48	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:10	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 51m	12:01	HBF	No tags
	07:59	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 49m	12:48	HBF	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21carpool per day

5hAverage duration

282 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£19 - £77	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£12 - £184	Average duration4h 8m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£18 - £48	Average duration5h	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

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

Berlin

A
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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B
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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C
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Essen

A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511,492 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Essen by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Berlin to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Essen start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £53. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Essen?
The average train journey time from Berlin to Essen is 4h 8m, covering a distance of 283 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 49m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Berlin to Essen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 31 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Essen?
The earliest train from Berlin to Essen departs at 06:06. And the latest train departs at 23:56.
Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Essen?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Berlin to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller 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

30/11

£32

01/12

£27

Today

£24

03/12

£25

04/12

£24

05/12

£32

06/12

£27

07/12

£57

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Essen was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £24

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

You can expect to pay from £24 to £212 for a train ticket from Berlin to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £24, which is on 2025-12-04.

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.