Essen to Cuxhaven train with Deutsche Bahn (RE,ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Cuxhaven

Showing times and prices for Jun 20

Cheapest price

$71

Average price

$71

Fastest journey

4 h 25 m

Average duration

4 h 25 m

Trains per day

Distance

291 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Cuxhaven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Essen to Cuxhaven will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Essen for Cuxhaven on Fri, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 291 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .

On Fri, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 25 m 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.

06:02AM4h25

Essen

10:27AMCuxhaven

$711One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and flight for Essen to Cuxhaven

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Cuxhaven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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Most popular Train	Flight
€44 Average price Cheapest	€354 Average price
5h 17m Average duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 11m Average duration Fastest 4h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Essen to Cuxhaven

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Trains from Essen to Cuxhaven run on average 35 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

180 miles (291 km)

Average train duration

4h 47m

Cheapest ticket price

$49 (€40)

Trains per day

Fastest train

4h 27m

First train

02:46

Last train

09:00

Price information

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and National Express from Essen to Cuxhaven trains

Travel from Essen to Cuxhaven from $30 (€25) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn and National Express! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains between Essen and Cuxhaven. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

Essen to Cuxhaven train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 5 h 27 min
Cheapest Price: $30
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 8 a day

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance train company operating over 550 trains per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates train services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express trains have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most trains come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your train to Cuxhaven from Essen, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

National Express from Essen to Cuxhaven train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 38 min
Cheapest Price: $99
National Express frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Trains from Essen to Cuxhaven

FAQs: Travel by train from Essen to Cuxhaven easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Essen to Cuxhaven.

Cheap train tickets from Essen to Cuxhaven can start from as little as $32 (€26) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Essen to Cuxhaven is $49 (€40); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Essen to Cuxhaven is 4 h 27 min to travel the 180 mile (291 km) long journey, with around there are 15 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Essen to Cuxhaven leaves at 3: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Essen to Cuxhaven leaves at 10: 39 PM.

There are 15 trains a day from Essen to Cuxhaven which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Essen to Cuxhaven you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Essen to Cuxhaven on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 39 PM.

A trip to Cuxhaven from Essen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 27 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Essen to Cuxhaven is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Cuxhaven from Essen including taking a bus, train or flight.