Trains tickets from Essen to Frankfurt am Main

Today6 Aug
from US$22
Tomorrow7 Aug
Fri8 Aug
Sat9 Aug
Sun10 Aug
from US$46
Mon11 Aug
from US$20
Tue12 Aug
Wed13 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 10 August at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 10 August at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 10 August at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 10 August at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West
    Operated by: Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 10 August at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Central Train Station
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Frankfurt Süd
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Frankfurt am Main

Bus
Average priceUS$19 - US$220Average duration5h 5m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average priceUS$19 - US$169Average duration2h 31m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$11 - US$33Average duration2h 30m
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Frankfurt am Main

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21carpool per day
2h 30mAverage duration
US$11Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Train Essen to Frankfurt am Main: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$77
Average train trip duration2h 31m
Number of daily trains51
Earliest train departure06:00
Distance116 miles
Latest train departure21:09

Essen to Frankfurt am Main Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Frankfurt am Main

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

    The average train ticket price from Essen to Frankfurt am Main is US$77. The best way to find cheap 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!

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

    A train trip between Essen and Frankfurt am Main is around 2h 31m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 53m. This is the time it takes to travel the 118 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train 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 51. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. 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.

  4. Which train companies travel from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?

    When taking the train from Essen to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.

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

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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Today
US$21
07/08
US$34
08/08
US$25
09/08
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10/08
US$43
11/08
US$34
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 6 Aug 2025 with a price of US$21

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 US$21 to US$165 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 US$25, which is on 2025-08-08.

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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 travelling 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 travelling 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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