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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Cheapest price on Nov 03
- €18
- Average ticket price on Nov 03
- €55
- Fastest journey on Nov 03
- 1 h 49 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 03
- 1 h 58 m
- Trains on Nov 03
- 45
- Distance
- 191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 45 trains from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest trains will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 61911:03 PM 2h13 Essen Hbf 1:16 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station €18 1 One-way 0 transfers- 89738 · ICE 542 · IC 60403
10:32 PM 3h29 Essen Hbf 2:01 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station €18 1 One-way 2 transfers - 26838 · ICE 619
11:09 PM 2h07 Essen Hbf 1:16 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station €28 1 One-way 1 transfer - 89716 · ICE 627
11:32 AM 2h07 Essen Hbf 1:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station €32 1 One-way 1 transfer - 89718 · ICE 629
12:32 PM 2h07 Essen Hbf 2:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station €32 1 One-way 1 transfer
- 89710 · ICE 915
8:32 AM 1h49 Essen Hbf 10:21 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station €62 1 One-way 1 transfer - 10222 · ICE 1013
4:20 PM 1h59 Essen Hbf 6:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station €96 1 One-way 1 transfer - 10214 · ICE 919
12:20 PM 2h00 Essen Hbf 2:20 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station €70 1 One-way 1 transfer - 10218 · ICE 1011
2:20 PM 2h00 Essen Hbf 4:20 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station €75 1 One-way 1 transfer - 10226 · ICE 1015
6:20 PM 2h00 Essen Hbf 8:20 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station €55 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Trains from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 10:36. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (191 km) distance in 1h 35m.
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Journey facts
- Distance118 miles (191 km)
- Average train duration2h 20m
- Cheapest ticket price€15
- Trains per day13
- Direct trains5
- Fastest train1h 35m
- First train6:00 AM
- Last train10:36 AM
- Cheapest MonthSep
- Cheapest DayTue
- High SeasonApr - Jun
- Low SeasonJul - Sep
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Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26808 · ICE 121 | On time 8:09 AM Essen Hbf | 2h04 | 10:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89710 · ICE 27 | 8:32 AM Essen Hbf | 3h27 | 11:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89710 · ICE 915 | On time 8:32 AM Essen Hbf | 1h49 | 10:21 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26706 · ICE 217 | 8:47 AM Essen Hbf | 2h08 | 10:55 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26810 · ICE 13 | On time 9:09 AM Essen Hbf | 2h04 | 11:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89712 · ICE 623 | On time 9:32 AM Essen Hbf | 2h07 | 11:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26812 · ICE 225 | On time 10:09 AM Essen Hbf | 2h04 | 12:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89714 · ICE 29 | 10:32 AM Essen Hbf | 3h27 | 1:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89714 · ICE 625 | On time 10:32 AM Essen Hbf | 2h07 | 12:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26814 · ICE 1517 | 11:09 AM Essen Hbf | 2h25 | 1:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89716 · ICE 627 | On time 11:32 AM Essen Hbf | 2h07 | 1:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26816 · ICE 123 | On time 12:09 PM Essen Hbf | 2h04 | 2:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 10214 · ICE 919 | On time 12:20 PM Essen Hbf | 2h00 | 2:20 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89718 · ICE 229 | On time 12:32 PM Essen Hbf | 3h27 | 3:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89718 · ICE 629 | On time 12:32 PM Essen Hbf | 2h07 | 2:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26818 · ICE 1519 | 1:09 PM Essen Hbf | 2h25 | 3:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · IC 2046 · 29543 | 1:20 PM Essen Hbf | 4h00 | 5:20 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| 89720 · ICE 721 | 1:32 PM Essen Hbf | 2h07 | 3:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26820 · ICE 125 | On time 2:09 PM Essen Hbf | 2h04 | 4:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 10218 · ICE 1011 | On time 2:20 PM Essen Hbf | 2h00 | 4:20 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89722 · ICE 723 | 2:32 PM Essen Hbf | 2h07 | 4:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26718 · ICE 927 · ICE 17 | On time 2:47 PM Essen Hbf | 2h26 | 5:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| 26718 · ICE 927 | 2:47 PM Essen Hbf | 3h12 | 5:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26822 · ICE 1611 | On time 3:09 PM Essen Hbf | 2h25 | 5:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89724 · ICE 725 | 3:32 PM Essen Hbf | 2h07 | 5:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26824 · ICE 127 | 4:09 PM Essen Hbf | 2h04 | 6:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 10222 · ICE 1013 | On time 4:20 PM Essen Hbf | 1h59 | 6:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89726 · ICE 929 | 4:32 PM Essen Hbf | 3h27 | 7:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89726 · ICE 727 | 4:32 PM Essen Hbf | 2h07 | 6:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26826 · ICE 1613 | On time 5:09 PM Essen Hbf | 2h25 | 7:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89728 · ICE 729 | 5:32 PM Essen Hbf | 2h07 | 7:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26828 · ICE 129 | 6:09 PM Essen Hbf | 2h04 | 8:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
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Train companies
Train companies from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Trains from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport with Deutsche Bahn. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Essen Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Airport
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FAQs: Trains from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Frankfurt am Main Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Most Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains use the Essen Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Essen Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf train station facilities and services
Essen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Most popular train connections from Essen Hbf
Most popular trains to and from Frankfurt am Main Airport and Essen Hbf
Most popular train connections to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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