How much is the train ticket from Essen to Berlin?

The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Berlin start from R 253. The average price for this train route is around R 1 061. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Essen to Berlin?

The average train journey time from Essen to Berlin is 4h 7m, covering a distance of 456 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Essen to Berlin route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , FlixBus .

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

The earliest train from Essen to Berlin departs at 06:21. And the latest train departs at 23:51.

Which is the best train operator from Essen to Berlin?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

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 Essen to Berlin from R 272 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 16 March
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:19	Essen Central Train Station	3h 58m	23:17	Berlin Hbf	CheapestFastest
19:19	Essen Central Train Station	4h 10m	23:29	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
19:19	Essen Central Train Station	4h 10m	23:29	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
19:19	Essen Central Train Station	4h 10m	23:29	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
19:19	Essen Central Train Station	4h 10m	23:29	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 17 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:04	HBF	4h 22m	13:26	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	06:21	Essen Central Train Station	3h 55m	10:16	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	09:04	HBF	4h 6m	13:10	Spandau	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:04	HBF	8h 16m	17:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	06:21	Essen Central Train Station	4h 8m	10:29	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 18 March
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:04	HBF	4h 22m	13:26	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
06:21	Essen Central Train Station	3h 55m	10:16	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
09:04	HBF	4h 6m	13:10	Spandau	No tags
06:21	Essen Central Train Station	4h 8m	10:29	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags
09:04	HBF	4h 36m	13:40	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 19 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:04	HBF	4h 18m	21:22	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	06:21	Essen Central Train Station	3h 55m	10:16	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	09:04	HBF	4h 22m	13:26	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	17:04	HBF	10h 51m	03:55	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	06:21	Essen Central Train Station	4h 8m	10:29	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 20 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:19	Essen Central Train Station	4h 11m	02:30	Berlin Ostbahnhof	Cheapest
	06:21	Essen Central Train Station	3h 55m	10:16	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	09:04	HBF	4h 22m	13:26	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:04	HBF	8h 16m	17:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	06:21	Essen Central Train Station	4h 8m	10:29	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 21 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:04	HBF	4h 22m	13:26	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	06:21	Essen Central Train Station	3h 55m	10:16	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	13:05	HBF	4h 15m	17:20	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:04	HBF	8h 16m	17:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	06:21	Essen Central Train Station	4h 8m	10:29	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 22 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	17:56	HBF	9h 34m	03:30	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	Cheapest
	06:21	Essen Central Train Station	3h 55m	10:16	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	09:04	HBF	4h 22m	13:26	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:04	HBF	8h 16m	17:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	06:21	Essen Central Train Station	4h 8m	10:29	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Essen to Berlin on 23 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	13:05	HBF	11h 10m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	Cheapest
	06:21	Essen Central Train Station	4h 3m	10:24	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	09:04	HBF	4h 47m	13:51	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:04	HBF	8h 16m	17:20	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	06:21	Essen Central Train Station	4h 13m	10:34	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Berlin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 4 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just R 253, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day

4h 7mAverage duration

456 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 401 - R 1 775	Average duration8h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 253 - R 2 537	Average duration4h 7m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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

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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Berlin

A
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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B
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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C
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 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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Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/515 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.4

FlixTrain

3/525 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi2.5

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/512 329 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Berlin by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Essen to Berlin?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Berlin start from R 253. The average price for this train route is around R 1 061. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Berlin?
The average train journey time from Essen to Berlin is 4h 7m, covering a distance of 456 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Berlin route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Berlin?
The earliest train from Essen to Berlin departs at 06:21. And the latest train departs at 23:51.
Which is the best train operator from Essen to Berlin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Berlin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Essen to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Berlin?
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

14/03

R 705

15/03

R 909

Today

R 728

17/03

R 709

18/03

R 647

19/03

R 806

20/03

R 766

21/03

R 665

The cheapest trip from Essen to Berlin was searched and found on 18 Mar 2026 with a price of R 647

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

You can expect to pay from R 647 to R 4 344 for a train ticket from Essen to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 647, which is on 2026-03-18.

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.