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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Flensburg
- Cheapest price on Oct 30
- €42
- Average ticket price on Oct 30
- €83
- Fastest journey on Oct 30
- 5 h 40 m
- Average journey duration on Oct 30
- 6 h 19 m
- Trains on Oct 30
- 3
- Distance
- 404 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Flensburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Flensburg will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
On Fri, Oct 30, we found 3 trains from Essen to Flensburg, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 30 the direct trains cover the 404 km distance in an average of 6 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Fri, Oct 30 the slowest trains will take 6 h 39 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.
2:56 PM 6h39 Essen 9:35 PM Flensburg €42 1 One-way 0 transfers1:56 PM 6h39 Essen 8:35 PM Flensburg €73 1 One-way 0 transfers
12:01 PM 5h40 Essen 5:41 PM Flensburg €133 1 One-way 0 transfers
12:01 PM 5h40 Essen 5:41 PM Flensburg €133 1 One-way 0 transfers2:56 PM 6h39 Essen 9:35 PM Flensburg €42 1 One-way 0 transfers1:56 PM 6h39 Essen 8:35 PM Flensburg €73 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to Flensburg
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Trains from Essen to Flensburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 404 km distance in 4h 48m.
Distance 404 km |
Average train duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 1:20 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 4 days |
Live departures
Essen to Flensburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Flensburg trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:01 PM Essen | 5h40 | 5:41 PM Flensburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:56 PM Essen | 6h39 | 8:35 PM Flensburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:56 PM Essen | 6h39 | 9:35 PM Flensburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Essen and Flensburg
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Essen to Flensburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Flensburg 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 Flensburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Essen to Flensburg
Most Essen to Flensburg trains use the Essen Hbf to Flensburg station pair. Use this guide to compare Essen and Flensburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Essen station do trains to Flensburg leave from?
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.
Which Flensburg station do trains from Essen arrive at?
Getting to Flensburg from Flensburg city centre
Flensburg is 1 km from Flensburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Flensburg train station facilities and services
Flensburg 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: Kontraste, St. Knudsborg, Klosterbäckerei, Ariana
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Flensburg. ATMs are available at Flensburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Flensburg. Information desks are available at Flensburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Flensburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Flensburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Flensburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Flensburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Rathaus.
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