How much is the train ticket from Essen to Berlin?

The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Berlin start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $70. 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 Essen to Berlin?

The average train ride duration from Essen to Berlin is 4h 8m, covering a distance of 280 miles (452 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Essen to Berlin route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 30 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

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

The earliest train departs from Essen to Berlin at 6:20am. And the latest train departs at 11:56pm.

What is the best train operator from Essen to Berlin?

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 Essen to Berlin?

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 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 $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:03am	HBF	4h 27m	11:30am	Gesundbrunnen	Cheapest
	7:22am	Essen Central Train Station	3h 54m	11:16am	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	7:55am	HBF	6h 5m	2:00pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:55am	HBF	9h 25m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	6:21am	Essen Central Train Station	4h 6m	10:27am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:04pm	HBF	4h 28m	9:32pm	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	7:22am	Essen Central Train Station	3h 54m	11:16am	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	7:03am	HBF	4h 29m	11:32am	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	7:55am	HBF	9h 25m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	6:21am	Essen Central Train Station	4h 6m	10:27am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:04am	HBF	4h 22m	1:26pm	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	6:21am	Essen Central Train Station	3h 55m	10:16am	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	5:04pm	HBF	4h 18m	9:22pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	6:21am	Essen Central Train Station	4h 8m	10:29am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:04pm	HBF	4h 18m	9:22pm	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	6:21am	Essen Central Train Station	3h 55m	10:16am	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	9:04am	HBF	4h 22m	1:26pm	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	6:21am	Essen Central Train Station	4h 8m	10:29am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on December 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:04am	HBF	4h 22m	1:26pm	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	6:21am	Essen Central Train Station	3h 55m	10:16am	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	9:04am	HBF	4h 6m	1:10pm	Spandau	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	6:21am	Essen Central Train Station	4h 8m	10:29am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Berlin on December 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:04am	HBF	4h 22m	1:26pm	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	6:21am	Essen Central Train Station	3h 55m	10:16am	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	9:04am	HBF	4h 6m	1:10pm	Spandau	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:04am	HBF	8h 16m	5:20pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	6:21am	Essen Central Train Station	4h 8m	10:29am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Berlin

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21carpool per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

282 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $102	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $262	Average Duration4h 8m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $67	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 19kg 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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F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, 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

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511,577 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in DE:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Berlin 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 Essen to Berlin?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Berlin start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $70. 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 Essen to Berlin?
The average train ride duration from Essen to Berlin is 4h 8m, covering a distance of 280 miles (452 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Essen to Berlin route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 30 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Essen to Berlin?
The earliest train departs from Essen to Berlin at 6:20am. And the latest train departs at 11:56pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Berlin?
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 Essen to Berlin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Essen to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 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

12/09

$29

12/10

$34

Today

$34

12/12

$44

12/13

$32

12/14

$45

12/15

$30

12/16

$30

The cheapest trip from Essen to Berlin was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $29

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 $29 to $227 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 $30 which is on 2025-12-15.

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.