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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€45
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 9 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 10 m
Trains on Sep 19
60
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf without transferring at least once.
ICE 2516 · 102264:11 PM2h10Frankfurt Airport long-distance station6:21 PMEssen Hbf€181One-way1 transfer- S8 · IC 2347 · ICE 526 · 636398:30 PM4h28Frankfurt am Main Flughafen12:58 AMEssen Hbf€181One-way3 transfers
- ICE 78 · 267085:23 AM4h22Frankfurt Airport long-distance station9:45 AMEssen Hbf€181One-way1 transfer
- ICE 2508 · 26423 · S92:11 PM2h29Frankfurt Airport long-distance station4:40 PMEssen Hbf€281One-way2 transfers
- ICE 2514 · 102306:11 PM2h10Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:21 PMEssen Hbf€281One-way1 transfer
- ICE 220 · 636057:46 AM2h09Frankfurt Airport long-distance station9:55 AMEssen Hbf€831One-way1 transfer
- ICE 2520 · 1021812:11 PM2h10Frankfurt Airport long-distance station2:21 PMEssen Hbf€401One-way1 transfer
- ICE 124 · 636111:48 PM2h10Frankfurt Airport long-distance station3:58 PMEssen Hbf€481One-way1 transfer
- ICE 122 · 636133:48 PM2h10Frankfurt Airport long-distance station5:58 PMEssen Hbf€441One-way1 transfer
- ICE 2516 · 102264:11 PM2h10Frankfurt Airport long-distance station6:21 PMEssen Hbf€181One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, while a flight costs an average of €174.
Distance: 118 miles (191 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€64 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €174 Average price | €36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration 8h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf:
A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf costing on average €64.
A bus is €134 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf costing on average €174.
Other travel options to Essen Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 5m.
Bus takes on average 8h 6m.
You'll arrive about 41m sooner (2h 5m by train vs 2h 46m by car). Tickets start at around €64 compared to roughly €36 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 78 · 26708 | 5:23 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h22 | 9:45 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2441 · S9 | On time 6:58 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h42 | 10:40 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 824 · S6 | 7:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h20 | 9:42 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 220 · 63605 | 7:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h09 | 9:55 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1022 · S6 | On time 7:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h43 | 11:42 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 204 · IC 2441 · S9 | On time 8:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h29 | 10:40 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 822 · S6 | 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h20 | 10:42 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1612 · IC 2204 · 63625 | 8:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h29 | 10:55 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S8 · IC 2049 · S9 | 8:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h10 | 12:40 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 316 · 26813 · S6 | 8:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h24 | 11:12 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 614 · S9 | 9:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h30 | 11:40 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 820 · S6 | 9:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h20 | 11:42 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 128 · 63607 | 9:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h12 | 11:58 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1020 · 10216 | On time 9:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h22 | 1:21 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 202 · IC 2049 · S9 | 10:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h29 | 12:40 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 728 · S6 | On time 10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h20 | 12:42 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1610 · IC 2202 · 63627 | 10:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h32 | 12:58 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S8 · IC 2047 · S9 | 10:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h10 | 2:40 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 16 · 26817 · S6 | 10:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h24 | 1:12 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 612 · S9 | 11:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h30 | 1:40 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 612 · ICE 1020 · 10216 | 11:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h11 | 1:21 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 726 · S6 | On time 11:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h20 | 1:42 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 126 · 63609 | 11:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h12 | 1:58 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2520 · 10218 | On time 12:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h10 | 2:21 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 724 · S6 | On time 12:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h20 | 2:42 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 08:22. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (191 km) distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 118 miles (191 km) |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 5:59 AM |
Last train 8:22 AM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Essen Hbf from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf 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 Essen Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf
Most Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen Hbf trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Essen Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Essen Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
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