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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Essen Central Train Station | Frankfurt Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Essen Central Train Station | Frankfurt Hbf | Fastest | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Frankfurt Süd | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Essen Central Train Station | Frankfurt Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Frankfurt Süd | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Frankfurt am Main
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Frankfurt am Main?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Frankfurt am Main
- AHedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Frankfurt am Main by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Frankfurt am Main start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $83. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
The average train ride duration from Essen to Frankfurt am Main is 2h 28m, covering a distance of 118 miles (190 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 53m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Essen to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 62 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest train departs from Essen to Frankfurt am Main at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 9:00pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Frankfurt am Main?
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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Frankfurt am Main, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $233 for a train ticket from Essen to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-16.
