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Next departures to Essen

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Erlangen
    Departure location: Erlangen Bahnhof
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: HBF
    Operated by: Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Erlangen
    Departure location: Erlangen Münchener Straße
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Erlangen
    Departure location: Erlangen Münchener Straße
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Erlangen
    Departure location: Erlangen Münchener Straße
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Erlangen
    Departure location: Erlangen Münchener Straße
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Erlangen to Essen

Average priceUS$23 - US$52Average duration8h 50m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
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Average priceUS$74 - US$288Average duration4h 57m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Erlangen to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
8h 50mAverage duration
US$23Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Train Erlangen to Essen: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$140
Average train trip duration4h 57m
Number of daily trains11.8
Earliest train departure06:03
Distance217 miles
Latest train departure20:29

Erlangen to Essen Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Erlangen - Essen

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

    The average train ticket price from Erlangen to Essen is US$140. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Erlangen 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from Erlangen to Essen?

    A train trip between Erlangen and Essen is around 4h 57m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 31m. This is the time it takes to travel the 217 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Erlangen and Essen?

    The number of trains from Erlangen to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11.8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Erlangen to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Erlangen to Essen?

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Erlangen to Essen was searched and found on 20 Jun 2025 with a price of US$119

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Essen, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Erlangen and Essen, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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