Train from Essen to Saarbrücken: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Essen to Saarbrücken on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Essen Central Train Station
Saarbrücken HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Essen Central Train Station
Saarbrücken HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Essen Central Train Station
Saarbrücken HbfNo tags
Deutsche BahnTrain
Essen Central Train Station
Saarbrücken HbfNo tags
Deutsche Bahn EuroCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Essen Central Train Station
Saarbrücken HbfNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Saarbrücken

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Saarbrücken. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
3h 40mAverage duration
153 milesDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£25 - £83Average duration16h 45m
6kg CO₂e
Average price£26 - £79Average duration5h 29m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£20 - £27Average duration3h 40m
10kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Saarbrücken by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Saarbrücken?

    The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Saarbrücken start from £26. The average price for this train route is around £46. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Essen to Saarbrücken?

    The average train journey time from Essen to Saarbrücken is 5h 29m, covering a distance of 153 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 41m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.

  3. Which train operators serve the Essen to Saarbrücken route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Saarbrücken?

    The earliest train from Essen to Saarbrücken departs at 12:00. And the latest train departs at 19:39.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Essen to Saarbrücken?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Saarbrücken?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Essen to Saarbrücken?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Saarbrücken?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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