Train from Essen to Eisenach: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Essen to Eisenach on December 21
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Essen Central Train Station
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Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
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Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
Eisenach (train)No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Essen Central Train Station
Eisenach (train)No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
Eisenach (train)No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Eisenach

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Eisenach. The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
12h 15mAverage Duration
147 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$38 - $55Average Duration12h 15m
6kg CO₂e
Average Price$58 - $265Average Duration4h 27m
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Eisenach by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Essen to Eisenach?

    The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Eisenach start from $58. The average price for this train route is around $90. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Essen to Eisenach is 4h 27m, covering a distance of 148 miles (238 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 38m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

  3. Which train operators service the Essen to Eisenach route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Essen to Eisenach?

    The earliest train departs from Essen to Eisenach at 6:13am. And the latest train departs at 11:00pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Essen to Eisenach?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Essen to Eisenach?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.

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

    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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Eisenach was searched and found on Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $104

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

You can expect to pay from $104 to $215 for a train ticket from Essen to Eisenach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $104 which is on 2025-12-23.

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