Essen to Düsseldorf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RB,EC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Düsseldorf

Showing times and prices for Mar 22

Cheapest price

Average price

$17

Fastest journey

22 m

Average duration

24 m

Trains per day

Distance

31 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Essen to Düsseldorf will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.

Fast trains

Of the 11 trains that leave Essen for Düsseldorf every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .

The slowest trains will take 27 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.

Cheapest

FlixTrain

06:54PM0h22

Essen Hbf

07:16PMDüsseldorf Hbf

$71One-way

0 transfers

FlixTrain

06:03PM0h28

Essen Hbf

06:31PMDüsseldorf Hbf

$91One-way

0 transfers

FlixTrain

12:03PM0h27

Essen Hbf

12:30PMDüsseldorf Hbf

$91One-way

0 transfers

FlixTrain

12:54PM0h22

Essen Hbf

01:16PMDüsseldorf Hbf

$91One-way

0 transfers

ICE 646

08:42AM0h27

Essen Hbf

09:09AMDüsseldorf Hbf

$171One-way

0 transfers

Live departures

Essen to Düsseldorf train times train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 22

Last updated at 9:27 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Deutsche Bahn \| EC 7	Delayed 7:00 AM 7:00 AMEssen Hbf	0h25	7:25 AM 7:25 AMDüsseldorf Hbf	0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 646	Delayed 7:42 AM 7:42 AMEssen Hbf	0h27	8:09 AM 8:09 AMDüsseldorf Hbf	0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn \| RE 10114	Delayed 7:47 AM 7:47 AMEssen Hbf	0h38	8:25 AM Düsseldorf Hbf	1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 623	Delayed 8:39 AM 8:39 AMEssen Hbf	0h27	9:06 AM 9:06 AMDüsseldorf Hbf	0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 946	8:44 AM Essen Hbf	0h27	9:11 AM Düsseldorf Hbf	0 transfersDirect
FlixTrain \| FlixTrain	11:03 AM Essen Hbf	0h27	11:30 AM Düsseldorf Hbf	0 transfersDirect
FlixTrain \| FlixTrain	11:54 AM Essen Hbf	0h22	12:16 PM Düsseldorf Hbf	0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 640	Delayed 1:47 PM 1:47 PMEssen Hbf	0h27	2:14 PM 2:14 PMDüsseldorf Hbf	0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn \| ICE 723	Delayed 1:54 PM 1:54 PMEssen Hbf	0h26	2:20 PM 2:20 PMDüsseldorf Hbf	0 transfersDirect
FlixTrain \| FlixTrain	5:03 PM Essen Hbf	0h28	5:31 PM Düsseldorf Hbf	0 transfersDirect
FlixTrain \| FlixTrain	5:54 PM Essen Hbf	0h22	6:16 PM Düsseldorf Hbf	0 transfersDirect
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The best time to book your train from Essen to Düsseldorf is 4 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Essen to Düsseldorf route.

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Pros

No change

Staff friendly and calm with connection announcements

Very clean train

With on-board bistro

Cons

Delay of 65 minutes

No change had been necessary from Essen to Düsseldorf, but the train was delayed by 65 minutes on the journey, so the journey time doubled. However, the staff remained calm and friendly and helped other passengers with connections with regular announcements. The train was clean and had comfortable seats with good amenities. There was also an on-board bistro on the train.

Pros

Short travel time

Clean

Punctuality

Cons

None

I travelled from Essen to Düsseldorf on the ICE 2152. I can't think of anything negative to say about this journey. It was a pleasant, fast journey, just under 30 minutes. The train was in good, well-maintained condition. It wasn't dirty or anything. I reached Düsseldorf station on time and was able to catch my connecting train. There was wifi and power sockets to use on board. The service was good, the staff all friendly.

Pros

Nice staff

No delay

Clean toilets

Cons

No negative properties

I am very surprised by this pleasant ride! I was a little worried that I wouldn't get a seat and that the toilets would be dirty, but fortunately these worries were completely unfounded (it was very clean). The staff were also super confident, nice and helpful. The wifi was also very stable.

Pros

Direct drive

Cons

Unpunctuality

I often travelled by train from Recklinghausen via Essen to Düsseldorf and back. Wifi didn't work, sockets were available, but only partially. The seats were ok, the noise was loud - there were too many people in one carriage. There was no catering. The staff was friendly for the most part. The announcement almost never came through the loudspeaker because it was too loud. Nothing could be understood. The journey was direct. The price of the ticket was expensive for a single journey.

Pros

Short travel time

Clean

Cons

None

The journey from Essen to Düsseldorf was on IC 2152, in second class and without seat reservations. However, there were also plenty of free seats. The journey went by very quickly, as the journey time was only a short 30 minutes. The train was clean and well-maintained, which also applied to the toilets. The service was good, there was free wifi. The train was not delayed at all.

Pros

Sufficient seating

Free wifi

Cons

Unpunctual

Dirty train

I travelled from Essen to Düsseldorf with IC 2152. Unfortunately, I could not reserve seats in advance, but this was not so bad because there were enough seats. The train was very unpunctual. The positive thing about the journey was free wifi, which was available the whole way. The train itself was not clean and I find that you could not use the toilets.

Pros

Good service

Board bistro

On time

Cons

No wifi

The journey from Essen to Düsseldorf was by IC 2152, in second class and a seat was not reserved. Nevertheless, there was sufficient seating. The train was clean and well maintained. Above all, it arrived in Düsseldorf on time. The service on board was excellent, the staff was very friendly. There were plenty of power sockets and the free wifi could also be used. There was also a word bistro with delicious coffee.

Pros

Train clean

Cons

Unpunctual

The journey from Essen to Düsseldorf was on IC 2152, in second class. The journey took just under 30 minutes, but the train was late and therefore left late. I barely caught the connecting train. Otherwise, the train was clean and well maintained. I can't say anything negative about the service on board. There was a bistro on board which sold expensive but also delicious coffee.

Pros

Train was on time

Nice staff

Everything nice and clean

When I took the train from Essen to Düsseldorf last night, I was very pleased. The train arrived on time my compartment. It was nice and clean and the staff were also very nice. The wifi worked the whole way. And the whole journey was very quiet. The toilets were nice and clean and generally the price for the journey was worth it.

Pros

Seats comfortable

Cons

Took a little long

I took the S1 from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf and I'll now list a few things I noticed. The S-Bahn had quite a lot of equipment, such as wifi, but unfortunately no power sockets. The comfort was also perfect. The seats were comfortable and it was relatively quiet. It was also very clean and the rubbish was emptied in the accompanying bins. The service was also good. The train had a display where you could easily keep an eye on the next station. Personally, I didn't have to change trains because the S1 went directly there. I can't complain about the punctuality either, because I only had to wait 5 minutes. Price-performance ratio was also top, because you get the Schokoticket for one month for about 30 € and you can travel in the whole VRR area. I found this trip very good and would do it again.

Pros

Seating comfort

Cleanliness

Punctuality

No changeover

Good equipment

Very good and friendly service

Cons

Announcements defective

My train, which travelled between Essen and Düsseldorf, was on time. I didn't have to change trains either. The train was relatively empty, so it was quiet. The staff were also friendly when checking the tickets. The seats were comfortable with a backrest and a table. There were also plenty of power sockets and internet access. I found the cleanliness of the train to be very good. The toilets were also hygienic. I didn't have to change trains here. Unfortunately, the announcements didn't work here, so you didn't know which stop was next. I was only familiar with this route as I often travelled along it.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Essen to Düsseldorf

Trains from Essen to Düsseldorf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) but you can travel from only $3 (€3) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $3 (€3)

Distance

18 miles (30 km)

Average train duration

27m

Cheapest ticket price

$4 (€3)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

22m

First train

11:03

Last train

21:15

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $3 (€3)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain and Thalys from Essen to Düsseldorf trains

For as little as $3 (€3) you can travel by train between Essen and Düsseldorf with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain and Thalys. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains to Düsseldorf from Essen. 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.

Train information from Essen to Düsseldorf with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 21 min
Cheapest Price: $17
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 39 a day

FlixTrain is a German train company which is part of FlixMobility, the company who own FlixBus. Since 2018, FlixMobility has also offered the option of train travel to some of the largest German cities like Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart and Berlin including trains to Düsseldorf from Essen. FlixTrain has high speed comfortable trains with a guaranteed seat, foot space, reading lamp and a luggage rack to store your belongings as well as sockets on most trains and free Wi-Fi for all passengers. The most popualr routes in Germany for FlixTrain are from Berlin to Hamburg, Frankfurt to Stuttgart and Cologne to Hamburg. They also offer trains on the Sotckholm to Gothenburg route in Sweden.

Train information from Essen to Düsseldorf with FlixTrain:

Average Duration: 24 min
Cheapest Price: $3

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 from Essen to Düsseldorf, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Essen to Düsseldorf train information with National Express:

Average Duration: 28 min
Cheapest Price: $16
National Express frequency: 11 a day

Traveling by train from Essen to Düsseldorf

The train connection between Essen and Düsseldorf is efficient and convenient, making it easy for travelers to explore these vibrant cities. The journey typically takes around 30 minutes, with frequent services provided by Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain. Whether you're heading to Düsseldorf's renowned shopping districts or enjoying the cultural offerings in Essen, both providers ensure a comfortable ride with various amenities on board.

Train Connection: Essen to Düsseldorf

The train connection between Essen and Düsseldorf is direct, with a travel duration of just 24 minutes. There are 12 connections available each day, making it convenient for travelers. The journey begins at Essen Hbf and arrives at Düsseldorf Hbf.

Essen to Düsseldorf Train Connection

The first daily train from Essen to Düsseldorf departs at 06:00, providing an early start for travelers looking to explore the vibrant city of Düsseldorf. The last journey of the day leaves at 21:39, allowing visitors ample time to enjoy a full day in this cultural hub before returning.

Train Tickets Price for Essen to Düsseldorf

The cheapest ticket price for the train connection between Essen and Düsseldorf is €3. The average ticket price typically hovers around €9, making it an affordable option for travelers looking to explore these vibrant cities in Germany.

Discovering Düsseldorf: A Journey Through Modern Marvels and Cultural Gems

Welcome to Düsseldorf! Our first stop is the Rheinturm, or Rhine Tower, which was completed in 1981 and stands as a symbol of modern architecture in the city. This iconic structure not only offers breathtaking panoramic views from its observation deck but also features a unique rotating restaurant that allows you to enjoy your meal while taking in the stunning skyline.

Next, we’ll stroll along Königsallee, affectionately known as "Kö," which has been an emblem of luxury shopping since the early 19th century. Its picturesque tree-lined canal and high-end boutiques make it one of Europe’s most prestigious shopping streets; here you'll find everything from designer fashion to exquisite jewelry. The Kö is not just about retail therapy—it's also a cultural hub where art galleries and charming cafés invite you to relax and soak up the atmosphere.

Finally, let’s explore MedienHafen, once an industrial port transformed into a vibrant media district starting in the late 1990s. This area showcases innovative architectural designs by renowned architects like Frank Gehry and serves as home to numerous creative companies and trendy restaurants. With its lively waterfront promenade filled with contemporary art installations, MedienHafen perfectly embodies Düsseldorf's spirit of creativity and reinvention.

FAQs: Trains from Essen to Düsseldorf

FAQs: Travel by train from Essen to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf.

Cheap train tickets from Essen to Düsseldorf can start from as little as $5 (€4) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Essen to Düsseldorf is $8 (€7); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Essen to Düsseldorf train travel time is 24 min for the 19 mile (30 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Essen to Düsseldorf leaves at 12: 01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Essen to Düsseldorf leaves at 11: 57 PM.

Yes, there are 7 direct trains a day from Essen to Düsseldorf with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain or National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Essen to Düsseldorf, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain or National Express for the best way to get you to Düsseldorf. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Essen and Düsseldorf and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 57 PM.

When departing from Essen, you have various train station options to start your route from including Essen Hbf, Essen-Altenessen station, Essen-Werden station and Essen Süd station. When arriving in Düsseldorf, you can end your trip in train stations like Düsseldorf Hbf, Düsseldorf Airport station, Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station, Düsseldorf-Derendorf station, Düsseldorf-Rath Mitte station and Düsseldorf Volksgarten station.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Essen Hbf, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Düsseldorf Hbf, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Düsseldorf from Essen is worth doing with a journey time of 24 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Essen to Düsseldorf by train is February.

You have options as you can travel from Essen to Düsseldorf 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Essen to Düsseldorf

Essen

Düsseldorf

The major train station for departures in Essen is Kettwig. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kettwig for your trip from Essen to Düsseldorf.

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