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Leading contemporary art museum with major international exhibitions and a striking I. M. Pei entrance pavilion beside Fort Thüngen.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Luxembourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Luxembourg will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
On Thu, Nov 12, we found 7 trains from Essen to Luxembourg, including 7 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
On Thu, Nov 12 the slowest trains will take 5 h 14 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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Trains from Essen to Luxembourg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 12:32 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Essen to Luxembourg.
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Luxembourg trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:11 AM Essen | 5h12 | 11:23 AM Luxembourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Essen | 4h23 | 11:23 AM Luxembourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 AM Essen | 4h43 | 12:23 PM Luxembourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:46 AM Essen | 6h00 | 1:46 PM Luxembourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:09 AM Essen | 5h14 | 1:23 PM Luxembourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:09 AM Essen | 5h14 | 2:23 PM Luxembourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:11 AM Essen | 5h12 | 3:23 PM Luxembourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Leading contemporary art museum with major international exhibitions and a striking I. M. Pei entrance pavilion beside Fort Thüngen.
National art and history museum with archaeology, decorative arts, and fine art spanning Luxembourg's long cultural development.
Museum inside Fort Thüngen explaining Luxembourg's fortress story, identity, and European role through engaging permanent displays.
Charming lower quarter along the Alzette River. Cobbled lanes, historic houses, and cliff views make it one of the city's prettiest walks.
Lively old town center with heritage streets, shops, and major monuments. It is the essential area for a first visit to Luxembourg.
Clifftop promenade lined with views over Grund, the Alzette, and old fortifications. Often called one of Europe's most beautiful balconies.
Judd Mat Gaardebounen is smoked pork collar with broad beans in a creamy sauce, often seen as Luxembourg's national dish and a staple of family cooking.
Bouneschlupp is a hearty green bean soup with potatoes, onions, and usually bacon or sausage, prized as a comforting traditional meal.
Gromperekichelcher are crisp grated potato cakes seasoned with parsley and onion, a beloved street food often sold at markets and fairs.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining by chef Léa Linster, known for refined French cuisine and polished service in a historic setting.
Classic Luxembourg institution serving brasserie dishes, seafood, and regional specialties in a lively Belle Époque setting near the center.
Traditional restaurant in the old fish market area, appreciated for Luxembourg dishes, game, and a historic cellar atmosphere.
Luxembourg is pricey for hotels and dining, though public transport is free nationwide. Expect higher tourist costs than nearby Belgium or Germany.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up; small change is enough in cafes.
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Luxembourg Airport -> Place Guillaume II
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Luxembourg 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 Luxembourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Essen to Luxembourg trains use the Essen Hbf to Luxembourg station pair, with some services arriving at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13). Use this guide to compare Essen and Luxembourg 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.
Luxembourg is 1 km from Luxembourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Luxembourg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Brasserie Schuman, Vapiano Luxembourg Gare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Luxembourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Luxembourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luxembourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luxembourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luxembourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton, Park Inn by Radisson Luxembourg City.
Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13) is 1 km from Luxembourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13).
ATMs are available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13).
Available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13).
Luxemburg, Rue de la Déportation (Gare de Hollerich) is 1 km from Luxembourg city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Check train stations information for Essen and Luxembourg, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
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