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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Frankfurt Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Frankfurt Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Frankfurt Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Frankfurt Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Frankfurt Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel 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 R 149, 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
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Essen by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Essen start from R 319. The average price for this train route is around R 923. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
The average train journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Essen is 2h 12m, covering a distance of 190 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Frankfurt am Main to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main to Essen departs at 06:43. And the latest train departs at 20:07.
Which is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
