The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station
Cheapest price
€82
Average price
€82
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 10 m
Trains per day
3
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.
The average ticket from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station will cost around €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €82.
It's difficult to get from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station without transferring at least once.






Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €121.
Distance: 323 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€82 Average price | €202 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 21m Average total duration 10h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 53m Average total duration 11h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station
Trains from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €25 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 09:14. The fastest train covers the 323 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 323 km |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 09:14 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Essen Hbf to Strasbourg station trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Essen Hbf and Strasbourg station from €25. 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.
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
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Kuhn
- Brasserie Flo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- Hotel Mercure Strasbourg Centre Gare
- Ibis Strasbourg Centre Gare
- Le Grand Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- VéloParc Gare: 760 places, covered VéloParc Sainte-Aurélie: 680 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Germany, Switzerland, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tramway connections
- Tramway: Line A, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- TER: Regional trains
