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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | HBF | Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
 | Essen Central Train Station | Berlin Hbf | Fastest | |||||
| HBF | Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2, | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Berlin Ostbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Berlin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Berlin?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Berlin
- AAm Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
- BEuropaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
- CSeegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
- D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany - EHildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
- FKarolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Berlin by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Berlin?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Berlin start from PLN 53. The average price for this train route is around PLN 276. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Berlin?
The average train ride duration from Essen to Berlin is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 280 miles (452 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 35m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Essen to Berlin route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 32 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Essen to Berlin?
The earliest train departs from Essen to Berlin at 6:21am. And the latest train departs at 10:19pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Berlin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Berlin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Essen to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Berlin was searched and found on Apr 16, 2026 with a price of PLN 147To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Berlin, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PLN 147 to PLN 1,018 for a train ticket from Essen to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 165 which is on 2026-04-22.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
