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

The average train ticket price from Berlin to Essen is $71. The best way to find train tickets from Berlin to Essen 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!

How long is the train trip from Berlin to Essen?

A train trip between Berlin and Essen is around 4h 14m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 49m. This is the time it takes to travel the 282 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Berlin and Essen?

The number of trains from Berlin to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 25. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Berlin to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Berlin to Essen?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Berlin to Essen?

Trains traveling between Berlin and Essen leave from Berlin Ostbahnhof or Hauptbahnhof and arrive at HBF, Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit.

Train Berlin to Essen from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Berlin to Essen on November 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:10am	Hauptbahnhof	4h 38m	12:48pm	HBF	Cheapest
	6:46am	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	10:35am	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	2:28pm	Hauptbahnhof	4h 20m	6:48pm	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:25am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	8h 35m	6:00pm	HBF	No tags
	6:33am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 2m	10:35am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Essen on November 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:10am	Hauptbahnhof	4h 38m	12:48pm	HBF	Cheapest
	6:46am	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	10:35am	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	12:27pm	Hauptbahnhof	4h 21m	4:48pm	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 53m	12:48pm	HBF	No tags
	6:33am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 2m	10:35am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Essen on November 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:10am	Hauptbahnhof	4h 38m	12:48pm	HBF	Cheapest
	6:46am	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	10:35am	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	8:40am	Spandau	4h 8m	12:48pm	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:10am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 51m	12:01pm	HBF	No tags
	6:33am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 2m	10:35am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Essen on November 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:27pm	Hauptbahnhof	4h 21m	4:48pm	HBF	Cheapest
	6:46am	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	10:35am	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	12:40pm	Spandau	4h 8m	4:48pm	HBF	No tags
	6:33am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 2m	10:35am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	6:32pm	Berlin Ostbahnhof	5h 53m	12:25am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Essen on November 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:27pm	Hauptbahnhof	4h 21m	4:48pm	HBF	Cheapest
	6:46am	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	10:35am	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	12:40pm	Spandau	4h 8m	4:48pm	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	6:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 53m	4:48pm	HBF	No tags
	6:33am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 2m	10:35am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Essen on November 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:10am	Hauptbahnhof	4h 38m	12:48pm	HBF	Cheapest
	6:46am	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	10:35am	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	8:40am	Spandau	4h 8m	12:48pm	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:55am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 53m	12:48pm	HBF	No tags
	6:33am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 2m	10:35am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Essen on November 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:00am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 48m	8:48pm	HBF	Cheapest
	6:46am	Berlin Hbf	3h 49m	10:35am	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
	8:10am	Hauptbahnhof	4h 38m	12:48pm	HBF	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	2:10am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	9h 51m	12:01pm	HBF	No tags
	6:33am	Berlin Ostbahnhof	4h 2m	10:35am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Berlin to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

282 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $131	Average Duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$14 - $284	Average Duration4h 14m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $62	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,315 reviews

Staff4.1

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

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

Stops in Berlin

A - Berlin Ostbahnhof

B - Hauptbahnhof

C - Spandau

D - Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)

E - Berlin Südkreuz

F - Alt-Tegel

Stops in Essen

A - HBF

B - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Berlin to Essen by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/13

$52

11/14

$55

Today

$35

11/16

$48

11/17

$30

11/18

$28

11/19

$25

11/20

$27

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Essen was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $25

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 $25 to $261 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 $25 which is on 2025-11-19.

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.