How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen?

The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Essen start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf to Essen?

The average train ride duration from Düsseldorf to Essen is 25m, covering a distance of 19 miles (30 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Düsseldorf to Essen route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 19 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Düsseldorf to Essen?

The earliest train departs from Düsseldorf to Essen at 6:02am. And the latest train departs at 7:34pm.

What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Essen?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Düsseldorf to Essen?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Düsseldorf to Essen from $3 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Essen on April 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:38am	Hbf	24m	9:02am	HBF	Cheapest
Train	6:57am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	21m	7:18am	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
Train	9:27am	Hbf	26m	9:53am	HBF	No tags
Train	6:57am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	21m	7:18am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Train	4:38pm	Hbf	24m	5:02pm	HBF	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Essen on April 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:38am	Hbf	24m	9:02am	HBF	Cheapest
Train	6:57am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	21m	7:18am	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
Train	9:27am	Hbf	26m	9:53am	HBF	No tags
Train	6:57am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	21m	7:18am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Train	12:38pm	Hbf	25m	1:03pm	HBF	No tags

Next departures for Düsseldorf to Essen on April 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:34am	Duesseldorf Central	24m	6:58am	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
Train	6:57am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	21m	7:18am	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
Train	8:38am	Hbf	24m	9:02am	HBF	No tags
Train	6:57am	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	21m	7:18am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Train	6:10pm	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	23m	6:33pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Düsseldorf to Essen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

40mAverage Duration

19 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$5 - $7	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$8 - $31	Average Duration25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

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

Düsseldorf

A
Hbf
Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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B
ZOB am Hbf
Fernbusbahnhof/Hbf Worringer Str. 140, 40210 Düsseldorf, Germany
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C
Duesseldorf Airport
Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany

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 ICE

3.5/516 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

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Essen by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Düsseldorf to Essen start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Düsseldorf to Essen?
The average train ride duration from Düsseldorf to Essen is 25m, covering a distance of 19 miles (30 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Düsseldorf to Essen route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 19 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Düsseldorf to Essen?
The earliest train departs from Düsseldorf to Essen at 6:02am. And the latest train departs at 7:34pm.
What is the best train operator from Düsseldorf to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Düsseldorf to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Düsseldorf to Essen?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Düsseldorf to Essen?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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

03/29

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03/30

$5

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04/01

$6

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04/03

$14

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04/05

$6

The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Essen was searched and found on Mar 30, 2026 with a price of $5

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

You can expect to pay from $5 to $44 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2026-04-01.

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.