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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | HBF | Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
 | Essen Central Train Station | Berlin Hbf | Fastest | |||||
| HBF | Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2, | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Berlin Ostbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 9 minutes and with fares starting at just R 248, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Berlin?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Berlin
- AAm Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
- BSeegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
- CEuropaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
- D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - EHildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
- FKarolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Berlin by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 R 248. The average price for this train route is around R 1 164. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Berlin?
The average train journey time from Essen to Berlin is 4h 9m, covering a distance of 452 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 51m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Berlin route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 30 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Berlin?
The earliest train from Essen to Berlin departs at 06:21. And the latest train departs at 23:51.
Which 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 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Berlin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Essen to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveller 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 18 Mar 2026 with a price of R 629To 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.
You can expect to pay from R 629 to R 4 662 for a train ticket from Essen to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 706, which is on 2026-03-25.
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.
