- Must visit
Gothenburg Museum of Art
Major art museum with Nordic masters, international works, and strong modern collections. A top cultural stop at Götaplatsen.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€140
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€156
Fastest journey on Sep 20
13 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
14 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 20
5
Distance
764 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Gothenburg will cost around €156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €140.
It's difficult to get from Essen to Gothenburg without transferring at least 3 times.
ICE 1545 · ICE 616 · RJ 384 · R 1114
ICE 1545 · ICE 616 · RJ 384 · R 1114
10133 · ICE 1020 · RJ 382 · R 1146
10213 · ICE 614 · ECE 394 · R 1130
S2 · ICE 204 · 11168 · IC 5760
ICE 1545 · ICE 616 · RJ 384 · R 1114
ICE 1545 · ICE 616 · RJ 384 · R 1114
10213 · ICE 614 · ECE 394 · R 1130
S2 · ICE 204 · 11168 · IC 5760
10133 · ICE 1020 · RJ 382 · R 1146Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €97 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €97, while a flight costs an average of €422.
Distance: 474 miles (764 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€97 Average price Cheapest | €137 Average price | €422 Average price | €258 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 44m Average total duration 12h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 38m Average total duration 18h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 2.3 - 4.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Essen to Gothenburg:
A train is €40 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Essen to Gothenburg costing on average €137.
A train is €324 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to Gothenburg costing on average €422.
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 14m.
Bus takes on average 18h 8m.
Tickets start at around €97 compared to roughly €258 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €161. The journey takes 12h 14m versus 12h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Gothenburg trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:00 PM Essen | 12h55 | 6:55 AM Gothenburg | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
ICE 1545 · ICE 616 · RJ 384 · R 1114 | On time 8:44 AM Essen Hbf | 13h21 | 10:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1545 · ICE 616 · RJ 384 · R 1114 | On time 8:44 AM Essen Hbf | 13h06 | 9:50 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
S2 · ICE 204 · 11168 · IC 5760 | 9:53 AM Essen Hbf | 14h12 | 12:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 5 transfers | |
10213 · ICE 614 · ECE 394 · R 1130 | 10:40 AM Essen Hbf | 13h25 | 12:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Essen to Gothenburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 474 miles (764 km) distance in 10h 39m.
Distance 474 miles (764 km) |
Average train duration 12h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 10h 39m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
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Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Gothenburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gothenburg trip today.
Major art museum with Nordic masters, international works, and strong modern collections. A top cultural stop at Götaplatsen.
One of the world's largest maritime museums, featuring historic ships and naval heritage on the waterfront. Great for families and history fans.
Science center with hands-on exhibits, rainforest environment, and educational displays. Popular with families and curious adults alike.
Elegant boulevard lined with museums, theater, and Poseidon fountain. The city's cultural heart and a classic first stop.
Historic main avenue with shops, architecture, and city energy from canal to square. Essential for walking and people-watching.
Vast park with walking paths, viewpoints, zoo area, and open spaces. A beloved local retreat with room to explore.
Classic West Coast open sandwich with cooked prawns, mayonnaise, egg and dill on bread. A signature seafood dish tied to Gothenburg’s harbor culture.
Fresh North Atlantic prawns, often served simply with lemon, mayonnaise and bread. Gothenburg is famous in Sweden for its high-quality shellfish.
Traditional herring prepared in pickled marinades, often with onion, potatoes and crispbread. A staple of Swedish coastal cooking and festive tables.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining focused on seasonal Nordic ingredients and refined tasting menus in a calm, polished setting.
Well-known seafood restaurant by the harbor, celebrated for shellfish platters and classic Swedish fish dishes in a stylish room.
Historic food hall venue popular for traditional Swedish seafood, especially räkmacka, in a lively market atmosphere.
Gothenburg is pricier than many European cities. Hotels, dining, and transit are moderate to high, though budget lunches and day passes help control costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Gothenburg Centralstation -> Brunnsparken, Gothenburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Essen to Gothenburg trains use the Essen Hbf to Göteborg Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Essen and Gothenburg 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-Zollverein Nord is 4 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen-Zollverein Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Casino Zollverein, Warsteiner Stiefel, Schacht XII, Bistro, Cafe Kohlenwäsche
Wi-Fi is available at Essen-Zollverein Nord. ATMs are available at Essen-Zollverein Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Essen-Zollverein Nord. Information desks are available at Essen-Zollverein Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Essen-Zollverein Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen-Zollverein Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen-Zollverein Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen-Zollverein Nord.
Göteborg Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Espresso House, Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill, Franks gatukök, Fruit & Berry, Happy M Kitchen, Le Croissant, Lilla London, Metropolitan, Mr. Shou, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are 6 ATM machines located in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30. Information desks are opposite the taxi station. .
Luggage storage is there are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Göteborg Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg Centralstation: All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Royal, Hotel Pigalle, ProfilHotels | Opera.
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