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

The average train ticket price from Freiburg to Essen is $186. The best way to find 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 trains 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 have layovers. 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 $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Freiburg to Essen on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:55pm	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	6h 9m	3:04am	Essen Central Train Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:47am	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	3h 53m	11:40am	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity + Regional-Express	Train	6:51am	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	5h 46m	12:37pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	7:47am	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	3h 53m	11:40am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity + Regional-Express	Train	6:51am	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	5h 46m	12:37pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	7:47am	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	3h 53m	11:40am	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity + Regional-Express	Train	6:51am	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	5h 46m	12:37pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	12:56pm	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	4h 2m	4:58pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Freiburg to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, 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$68 - $114	Average Duration10h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$61 - $296	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$42 - $65	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

3.5/511,277 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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