Trains tickets from Essen to Saarbrücken

Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Saarbrücken

Bus
Average PriceUS$40 - US$93Average Duration16h 45m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$31 - US$179Average Duration4h 50m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$30 - US$32Average Duration3h 20m
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Saarbrücken

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Saarbrücken. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 20mAverage Duration
US$30Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Train Essen to Saarbrücken: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$70
Average train trip duration4h 50m
Number of daily trains11
Earliest train departure6:00am
Distance246 km
Latest train departure7:59pm

Essen to Saarbrücken Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Saarbrücken

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Saarbrücken cost?

    The average train ticket price from Essen to Saarbrücken is US$70. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Saarbrücken 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!

  2. How long is the trip from Essen to Saarbrücken?

    A train trip between Essen and Saarbrücken is around 4h 50m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 59m. This is the time it takes to travel the 246 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Essen and Saarbrücken?

    The number of trains from Essen to Saarbrücken can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Saarbrücken by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Essen to Saarbrücken?

    When taking the train from Essen to Saarbrücken, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Saarbrücken was searched and found on Aug 28, 2025 with a price of US$58

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

You can expect to pay from US$58 to US$187 for a train ticket from Essen to Saarbrücken based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$58 which is on 2025-09-01.

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Saarbrücken, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Essen and Saarbrücken compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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