The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Düsseldorf
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Düsseldorf will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 3 trains that leave Essen for Düsseldorf on Tue, Nov 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 11 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
On Tue, Nov 11 the slowest trains will take 30 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.
FlixTrain
ICE 915
ICE 646
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ICE 915
ICE 646Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Essen to Düsseldorf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Düsseldorf 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 27m. 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 €3.
Distance: 31 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€7 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m 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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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Essen to Düsseldorf train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Düsseldorf trains for today, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain | 5:03 PM Essen Hbf | 0h28 | 5:31 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 7:50 PM Essen Hbf | 0h26 | 8:16 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 11 | |||||
ICE 915 | On time 7:14 AM Essen Hbf | 0h28 | 7:42 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 646 | On time 7:37 AM Essen Hbf | 0h30 | 8:07 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to Düsseldorf
Trains from Essen to Düsseldorf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 21m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, National Express from Essen to Düsseldorf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, National Express trains will get you between Essen and Düsseldorf 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
National Express
FAQs: Trains from Essen to Düsseldorf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Essen, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Essen Hbf, Essen-Altenessen station, Essen-Werden station and Essen Süd station. When arriving in Düsseldorf, you can end your trip in train stations like Düsseldorf Hbf, Düsseldorf Airport station, Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station, Düsseldorf-Derendorf station and Düsseldorf Volksgarten station.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Essen Hbf, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Düsseldorf Hbf, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Essen to Düsseldorf
- 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
- Bootshaus Ruhreck
- Da Vinici
- Asia-Nudeln
- Bacchos
- Zur Guten Quelle
- Hotel Töff-Töff
- Budike
- Döbbe
- Der Bonner Hof
- Pino's Bar & Restaurant und Eventlocation
- Pizza Pasta
- China-Town
- Osteria Felice
- Achilleon
- Sprenger
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Haus Wilmes
- Mana Mana
- Karawane
- Webers
- Pizzeria Don Camillo
- Lindos
- Zur Platte
- Arman Döner
- McDreams
- Burger King
- Werner
- Bückmannsmühle
- Muckel-Eis
- Zur Krone
- Hannappel
- Pizzeria Roma
- Horster Döner
- Pizzeria Don Camillo
- Pizza Farm
- Call a Pizza
- Nefeli
- Parkhaus Hügel
- Cafe au Lac
- ETUF
- LUJO
- Parkhaus Hügel
- Casino Zollverein
- Warsteiner Stiefel
- Schacht XII, Bistro
- Cafe Kohlenwäsche
- Haus Gantenberg
- Wolperding
- Athena
- Porky Grill
- Alte Lohnhalle
- Haus Gantenberg
- Il Pastaro
- Zum Zauberwald
- Gaststätte "Am Stadion"
- Zur Guten Quelle
- Hotel Töff-Töff
- Budike
- Lukas
- Im Fass
- Pizzeria Spuntino Dario
- Contilla EisCafe
- Bootshaus Ruhreck
- Bacchos
- Döner
- Eiscafe Kemmerling
- Kettner's Kamota
- Abraham Konditorei & Cafe Werntges seit 1962
- La Piazzetta
- Pia
- Hotel Hohenstein
- Domstuben
- Döbbe
- Der Bonner Hof
- Copper Irish Pub
- Giulia
- Hotel Henning
- Nefeli
- Schloss Döner
- Griaß di!
- Bella Roma
- 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
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
- Novotel
- Ibis
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Sumak
- Café.komm
- Trattoria Ottavio
- Haus Litzbrück
- Haus Litzbrück
- L'Osteria
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Luxor Grill
- McDonald's
- Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Maritim
- Pizzeria Palermo
- La Grilladine
- Mamounia
- Agadir
- Max
- Berliner Hof
- Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City
- Günnewig Hotel Esplanade
- Burger King
- Akropolis
- NineOfive
- ĂN BÁNH MÌ
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Prinz Anton
- Hotel Asahi
- Bar Olio
- El Olivio
- The Classic Western Steakhouse
- Löffelbar
- Kempe Comfort
- Wieland
- Terminus
- Hotel Ufer
- Asia Thai
- Cafe Kalusch
- Ballon
- La Corte
- Schloß Hotel Benrath
- Hotel Waldesruh
- Zur Pfeffermühle
- Pizzeria Da Gino
- Rohbau
- Grindhouse Homemade Burgers
- Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City
- Günnewig Hotel Esplanade
- Novum Hotel Flora
- Hotel Niku
- Vennhauser Grill
- Mila Tapas y mas
- Trattoria Monza
- Athos Taverne
- Vennhauser Grill
- Mila Tapas y mas
- Fuchsjagd Veedelsbote
- Hong Kong
- Oebel
- Mykonos
- La Luce
- Brotkörbchen Garath
- Octagon
- Platia
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- China Restauraut - Bambus Garten
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Kleine Oase Im Treibhaus GmbH
- Avidon Art & Design Hotel
- Novotel
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