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MKM Museum Küppersmühle für Moderne Kunst
Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Cheapest price
kr32
Average price
kr76
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Duisburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Duisburg will cost around kr76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr32.
Of the 5 trains that leave Essen for Duisburg on Mon, Aug 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 10 the direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
On Mon, Aug 10 the slowest trains will take 12 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.
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ICE 913Trains from Essen to Duisburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr29 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 11m.
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price kr29 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 63 days |
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Duisburg trains for today, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain | 8:03 PM Essen Hbf | 0h14 | 8:17 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 8:50 PM Essen Hbf | 0h12 | 9:02 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 9:06 PM Essen Hbf | 0h11 | 9:17 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 10 | |||||
ICE 101 | On time 6:00 AM Essen Hbf | 0h11 | 6:11 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 913 | On time 6:36 AM Essen Hbf | 0h12 | 6:48 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:50 PM Essen Hbf | 0h12 | 1:02 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 4:59 PM Essen Hbf | 0h11 | 5:10 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Compact museum on inland shipping in Ruhrort, with models, engines, and harbor history. Essential for understanding Duisburg’s role as Europe’s inland port.
Regional art museum with works from modernism to contemporary practice. It is known for changing shows and an accessible, central city location.
Iconic walk-through sculpture on a hill above former slag heaps. The looping staircase and wide views make it one of Duisburg’s most photographed spots.
Revitalized inner harbor district with promenades, architecture, museums, and waterside views. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and photography.
Large landscaped park built around former steelworks. Day and night visits offer industrial scenery, gardens, and unusually atmospheric walking routes.
A hearty potato stew from the Lower Rhine, often with vegetables and sausage. It is a classic comfort dish long associated with home cooking in the region.
Curried sausage with sauce and fries is a Ruhrgebiet staple. In Duisburg it is a classic quick meal tied to the area's everyday working-class food culture.
Pickled herring in a sweet-sour marinade with onion and beetroot. Common across northern Germany and the Lower Rhine, it reflects the region's historic fish trade.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in Duisburg with modern tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Traditional brewery-style restaurant known for hearty German and Rhineland dishes in a relaxed, historic atmosphere at the Innenhafen.
Well-known riverside restaurant in Duisburg-Homberg serving regional German classics and seasonal dishes in a warm, established setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels often cost less than in Munich or Cologne, while dining and local transit stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is not usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Duisburg Hbf -> Königstraße, Duisburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Duisburg 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 Duisburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Essen to Duisburg trains use the Essen Hbf to Duisburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Rheinhausen Ost. Use this guide to compare Essen and Duisburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Essen Süd is 1 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen Süd 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 options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Haus Wilmes, Mana Mana, Karawane
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Süd. ATMs are available at Essen Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Essen Süd. Information desks are available at Essen Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Essen Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Süd.
Nearby hotels include Webers.
Essen West is 2 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen West 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 options include: Pizzeria Don Camillo, Lindos, Zur Platte, Arman Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Essen West. ATMs are available at Essen West.
Ticket office support is available at Essen West. Information desks are available at Essen West.
Luggage storage is available at Essen West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen West.
Nearby hotels include McDreams.
Duisburg 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 options include: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.
Rheinhausen Ost is 4 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Rheinhausen Ost 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 options include: Zum Rathaus, Ristorante-Pizzeria La Lanterna, Tor 6, Abu Shaker
Wi-Fi is available at Rheinhausen Ost. ATMs are available at Rheinhausen Ost.
Ticket office support is available at Rheinhausen Ost. Information desks are available at Rheinhausen Ost.
Luggage storage is available at Rheinhausen Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rheinhausen Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rheinhausen Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rheinhausen Ost.
Nearby hotels include Belweder.
Duisburg-Schlenk is 3 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Schlenk 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 options include: Neon der Grieche, Bäckerei Bolten, Berliner-Kult Imbis, Die Zauberei
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Schlenk. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Schlenk.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Schlenk. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Schlenk.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Schlenk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg-Schlenk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg-Schlenk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Schlenk.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Stadion, Hotel am Sportpark.
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