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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Essen
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
24 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 5 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Essen on Tue, Aug 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixTrain4:38 PM0h24Düsseldorf Hbf5:02 PMEssen Hbf€21One-way0 transfers- FlixTrain8:38 AM0h24Düsseldorf Hbf9:02 AMEssen Hbf€21One-way0 transfers
ICE 5458:49 AM0h29Düsseldorf Hbf9:18 AMEssen Hbf€131One-way0 transfers- ICE 23108:09 AM0h25Düsseldorf Hbf8:34 AMEssen Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- ICE 8248:41 AM0h24Düsseldorf Hbf9:05 AMEssen Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- ICE 8248:41 AM0h24Düsseldorf Hbf9:05 AMEssen Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- FlixTrain4:38 PM0h24Düsseldorf Hbf5:02 PMEssen Hbf€21One-way0 transfers
- FlixTrain8:38 AM0h24Düsseldorf Hbf9:02 AMEssen Hbf€21One-way0 transfers
- ICE 23108:09 AM0h25Düsseldorf Hbf8:34 AMEssen Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5458:49 AM0h29Düsseldorf Hbf9:18 AMEssen Hbf€131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Düsseldorf to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 31 km
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€10 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Essen train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Essen trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 543 | Delayed 4:50 AM 6:48 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 0h30 | 7:18 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 206 | On time 7:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h24 | 7:58 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 826 | On time 7:39 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h25 | 8:04 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 845 | On time 7:50 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h30 | 8:20 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 2310 | On time 8:09 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h25 | 8:34 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 824 | On time 8:41 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h24 | 9:05 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 545 | On time 8:49 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h29 | 9:18 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1014 | On time 8:56 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h26 | 9:22 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1036 | On time 9:08 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h25 | 9:33 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 204 | On time 9:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h24 | 9:58 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 822 | On time 9:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h25 | 10:03 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2155 | On time 9:42 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h32 | 10:14 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 847 | On time 9:49 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h30 | 10:19 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1022 | On time 10:36 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h26 | 11:02 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 820 | On time 10:42 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h24 | 11:06 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 547 | On time 10:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h30 | 11:18 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1012 | On time 10:56 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h26 | 11:22 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 202 | On time 11:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h24 | 11:58 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 728 | On time 11:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h25 | 12:03 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 849 | On time 11:50 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h30 | 12:20 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1020 | On time 12:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h25 | 12:58 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 726 | On time 12:42 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h24 | 1:06 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1747 | On time 12:45 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h29 | 1:14 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 549 | On time 12:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h30 | 1:18 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain | 4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0h24 | 5:02 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Essen
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Essen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 24m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Düsseldorf to Essen trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Essen from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FlixTrain
VIAS Rail GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Essen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Essen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Essen
Most Düsseldorf to Essen trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Essen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Essen-Frohnhausen. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Essen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Essen leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Which Essen station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf train station facilities and services
Essen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Getting to Essen-Frohnhausen from Essen city centre
Essen-Frohnhausen is 3 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen-Frohnhausen train station facilities and services
Essen-Frohnhausen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pizzeria Don Camillo, Pizza Farm, Call a Pizza, Nefeli
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen-Frohnhausen. ATMs are available at Essen-Frohnhausen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen-Frohnhausen. Information desks are available at Essen-Frohnhausen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen-Frohnhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen-Frohnhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen-Frohnhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen-Frohnhausen.
Getting to Essen-Werden from Essen city centre
Essen-Werden is 7 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen-Werden train station facilities and services
Essen-Werden has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kettner's Kamota, Abraham Konditorei & Cafe Werntges seit 1962, La Piazzetta, Pia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen-Werden. ATMs are available at Essen-Werden.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen-Werden. Information desks are available at Essen-Werden.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen-Werden. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen-Werden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen-Werden: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen-Werden.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hohenstein, Domstuben.
Most popular train connections from Düsseldorf
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