How much does a cheap train ticket from Freiburg to Essen cost?

The average train ticket price from Freiburg to Essen is £145. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Freiburg 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 train trip from Freiburg to Essen?

A train trip between Freiburg and Essen is around 5h 20m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 241 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Freiburg and Essen?

The number of trains from Freiburg to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Freiburg to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Freiburg to Essen?

When taking the train from Freiburg to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixTrain.

Train Freiburg to Essen from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Freiburg to Essen on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	20:55	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	6h 9m	03:04	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
	Train	07:47	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	3h 53m	11:40	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity + Regional-Express	Train	06:51	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	5h 46m	12:37	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	07:47	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	3h 53m	11:40	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity + Regional-Express	Train	06:51	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	5h 46m	12:37	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	07:47	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	3h 53m	11:40	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity + Regional-Express	Train	06:51	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	5h 46m	12:37	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	12:56	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	4h 2m	16:58	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Freiburg to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

5h 10mAverage duration

242 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£53 - £89	Average duration10h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£48 - £231	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£33 - £51	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511,288 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Freiburg and Essen?

Stops in Freiburg

A - Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof

Stops in Essen

A - HBF

B - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

Frequently asked questions on the trip Freiburg - Essen

How much does a cheap train ticket from Freiburg to Essen cost?
The average train ticket price from Freiburg to Essen is £145. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Freiburg 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 train trip from Freiburg to Essen?
A train trip between Freiburg and Essen is around 5h 20m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 241 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Freiburg and Essen?
The number of trains from Freiburg to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Freiburg to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Freiburg to Essen?
When taking the train from Freiburg to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixTrain.

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The cheapest trip from Freiburg to Essen was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Freiburg to Essen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £17 to £131 for a train ticket from Freiburg to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-11-17.