Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
National Express + Deutsche Bahn | Essen Central Train Station | Berlin Hbf Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin | Essen Central Train Station | Berlin Ostbahnhof | No tags | |||||
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin | Essen Central Train Station | Berlin Ostbahnhof | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Berlin Südkreuz | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin | Essen Central Train Station | Berlin Ostbahnhof | No tags | |||||
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn Berlin | Essen Central Train Station | Berlin Ostbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Berlin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 4 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Berlin?
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Berlin
- A
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany - B
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany - C
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany - D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany - F
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Berlin 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 Berlin?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Berlin start from CHF 9. The average price for this train route is around CHF 88. 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 Berlin?
The average train ride duration from Essen to Berlin is 4h 21m, covering a distance of 281 miles (454 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 51m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Essen to Berlin route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 30 trains available per day, including services from FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Essen to Berlin?
The earliest train departs from Essen to Berlin at 6:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:56pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Berlin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Berlin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Essen to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveler 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.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Berlin was searched and found on Sep 30, 2026 with a price of CHF 40To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Berlin, as early as possible.
