How much is the train ticket from Vienna to Essen?

The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Essen start at $160. The average price for this train route is around $249. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Vienna to Essen?

The average train trip from Vienna to Essen takes 9h 25m and covers 763 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9h 45m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Vienna to Essen route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vienna to Essen?

The earliest train from Vienna to Essen departs at 8:13am. The latest train departs at 1:13pm.

Train Vienna to Essen from $179 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Vienna to Essen on December 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	5:55pm	Erdberg	15h 7m	9:02am	HBF	Cheapest
ÖBB + ÖBB	3:13pm	Hauptbahnhof Süd	9h 37m	12:50am	Essen Central Station	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	19h 45m	12:00pm	HBF	No tags
	1:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 45m	10:58pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
ÖBB + ÖBB	3:13pm	Hauptbahnhof Süd	10h 17m	1:30am	Essen Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Essen on December 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:30pm	Hbf	21h 30m	8:00pm	HBF	Cheapest
ÖBB + ÖBB	1:13pm	Hauptbahnhof Süd	8h 45m	9:58pm	Essen Central Station	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:20pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	16h 28m	12:48pm	HBF	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 25m	5:38pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	1:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 45m	10:58pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Essen on December 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ÖBB + ÖBB	5:39am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	10h 19m	3:58pm	Essen Central Station	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 25m	5:38pm	Essen Central Train Station	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	19h 45m	12:00pm	HBF	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 25m	5:38pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	1:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 45m	10:58pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Vienna to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

9h 30mAverage Duration

762 kmDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$83 - $206	Average Duration17h 15m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$160 - $446	Average Duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$90 - $105	Average Duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Vienna and Essen?

Vienna

A
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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B
Vienna Airport
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Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
E
Mitte
Landstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
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F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria

Essen

A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/511 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

Based on 11 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at $160

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna to Essen 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 Vienna to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Essen start at $160. The average price for this train route is around $249. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Vienna to Essen?
The average train trip from Vienna to Essen takes 9h 25m and covers 763 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9h 45m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Vienna to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vienna to Essen?
The earliest train from Vienna to Essen departs at 8:13am. The latest train departs at 1:13pm.

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

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$203

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$237

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$237

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$237

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$203

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$179

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The cheapest trip from Vienna to Essen was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $179

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

You can expect to pay from $179 to $418 for a train ticket from Vienna to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $179 which is on 2025-12-30.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.