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Berlin to Essen, NW Train

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21/03/2025
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Berlin to Essen, NW by train

The journey from Berlin to Essen, NW by train is 454.25 km and takes 4 hrs 12 mins. There are 17 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:35 am and the last at 7:46 pm. It is possible to travel from Berlin to Essen, NW by train for as little as $18.59 or as much as $177.29. The best price for this journey is $18.59.

Lowest Price $18.59
Journey Duration 4 hrs 12 mins
Connection per Day 17
Lowest Price $18.59
Highest Price $177.29
First Departure 6:35 am
Last Departure 7:46 pm
Distance 454.25 km
Departure Berlin
Arrival Essen, NW
Carriers DB - Intercity, National Express

Berlin to Essen, NW Train Times

Departure date
Friday, 21 Mar 2025

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Best time to book Berlin to Essen, NW travel

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $4.77 to $101.46 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 95% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Berlin to Essen, NW

The cheapest Berlin - Essen, NW train tickets can be found for as low as $14.14 if you’re lucky, or $45.93 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $62.87.

Find the best day to travel to Essen, NW by train

When travelling to Essen, NW by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board DB - Intercity, National Express and DB - InterCity Express (ICE) from Berlin to Essen, NW
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Berlin to Essen, NW CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
31.8kg
Bus
34.07kg
Flight
90.85kg
Car
72.68kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Berlin to Essen, NW by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Berlin and Essen, NW are 31.8kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Berlin and Essen, NW? By taking the train between Berlin and Essen, NW you will save 59.05kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.27kg compared to a bus and 40.88kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Berlin to Essen, NW?
A train ticket from Berlin to Essen, NW is $70.56. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $18.59.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Berlin to Essen, NW?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Berlin to Essen, NW is $18.59. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Berlin and Essen, NW by train?
Berlin to Essen, NW is 454.25 km.
How long does the train between Berlin and Essen, NW take?
Berlin to Essen, NW is on average 4 hrs 12 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 49 mins.
Which companies operate from Berlin to Essen, NW?
The train journey from Berlin to Essen, NW is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: DB - Intercity, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE) and FlixTrain.
How many train connections per day go from Berlin to Essen, NW?
Berlin to Essen, NW has 17 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Berlin to Essen, NW leave?
The earliest train from Berlin to Essen, NW departs at 6:35 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Berlin to Essen, NW depart?
The latest train from Berlin to Essen, NW departs at 7:46 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Berlin to Essen, NW in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $18.59 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Berlin to Essen, NW?
There are on average 16 direct connection(s) from Berlin to go to Essen, NW.
What's the fastest journey time between Berlin to Essen, NW by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Berlin and Essen, NW is 3 hrs 49 mins.
Is there a direct train from Berlin to Essen, NW?
Yes, there is a direct train between Berlin and Essen, NW.
What are the CO2 emissions for Berlin to Essen, NW by train?
The train journey from Berlin to Essen, NW creates 31.8kg of CO2 emissions.

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