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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Frankfurt Hbf | HBF | Cheapest | |||||
 | Frankfurt Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Frankfurt Hbf | HBF | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express | Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
S-Bahn + InterCity | Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Essen?
Frankfurt am Main
- AHedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Essen by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Essen cost?
The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Essen is $135. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Essen is around 2h 35m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 53m. This is the time it takes to travel the 189 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Frankfurt am Main and Essen?
The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 44. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
When taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
Trains travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Essen leave from Südbahnhof or Frankfurt Airport and arrive at HBF, Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Essen was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $51To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $51 to $274 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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