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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Essen Central Train Station | Duesseldorf Central | Cheapest | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Dusseldorf Airport Train Station | Fastest | |||||
 | HBF | Hbf | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn | Essen Central Train Station | Dusseldorf Airport Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Dusseldorf Airport Train Station | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Düsseldorf. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Essen to Düsseldorf: Trip Overview
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Essen to Düsseldorf Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Düsseldorf
How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Düsseldorf cost?
The average train ticket price from Essen to Düsseldorf is US$17. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Düsseldorf 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 Essen to Düsseldorf?
A train trip between Essen and Düsseldorf is around 26m, although the fastest train will take about 21m. This is the time it takes to travel the 30 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Essen and Düsseldorf?
The number of trains from Essen to Düsseldorf can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Düsseldorf by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Essen to Düsseldorf?
When taking the train from Essen to Düsseldorf, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Düsseldorf?
Trains travelling between Essen and Düsseldorf leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Hbf, ZOB am Hbf, Duesseldorf Airport.
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The cheapest trip from Essen to Düsseldorf was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$5To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Düsseldorf as early as possible.
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Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Essen and Düsseldorf is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Düsseldorf.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Düsseldorf you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Essen and Düsseldorf, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Essen to Düsseldorf while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.
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