The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€0.00
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€76
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 49 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 18 m
Trains on Sep 19
6
Distance
323 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station without transferring at least once.
6:00 PM4h34Essen Hbf10:34 PMStrasbourg stationFind prices1 transfer
12:00 PM4h05Essen Hbf4:05 PMStrasbourg station€861One-way1 transfer
8:59 AM3h52Essen Hbf12:51 PMStrasbourg station€871One-way1 transfer
2:59 PM3h49Essen Hbf6:48 PMStrasbourg station€871One-way1 transfer
9:00 PM11h47Essen Hbf8:47 AMStrasbourg station€871One-way1 transfer
2:59 PM3h49Essen Hbf6:48 PMStrasbourg station€871One-way1 transfer
8:59 AM3h52Essen Hbf12:51 PMStrasbourg station€871One-way1 transfer
12:00 PM4h05Essen Hbf4:05 PMStrasbourg station€861One-way1 transfer
6:00 PM4h34Essen Hbf10:34 PMStrasbourg stationFind prices1 transfer
10:36 PM10h11Essen Hbf8:47 AMStrasbourg station€1091One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €56 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, while a flight costs an average of €789.
Distance: 323 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€116 Average price | €789 Average price | €56 Average price Cheapest | €67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 9h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station:
A bus is €61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station costing on average €116.
A bus is €733 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station costing on average €789.
Other travel options to Strasbourg station take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 10m.
Bus takes on average 9h 35m.
Live departures
Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 AM Essen Hbf | 6h18 | 2:18 PM Strasbourg station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 AM Essen Hbf | 5h24 | 2:04 PM Strasbourg station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station
Trains from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 323 km distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 323 km |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station trainsHessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Essen Hbf and Strasbourg station from €29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Hessische Landesbahn
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.
FAQs: Trains from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station 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 Strasbourg station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station
Most Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station trains use the Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station pair. Use this guide to compare Essen Hbf and Strasbourg station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Strasbourg from Strasbourg city centre
Strasbourg train station facilities and services
Strasbourg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Kuhn, Brasserie Flo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Strasbourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Strasbourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Strasbourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Strasbourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Strasbourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Strasbourg Centre Gare, Ibis Strasbourg Centre Gare, Le Grand Hotel.

