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Düsseldorf to Essen, NW Train

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06/19/2025
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Düsseldorf to Essen, NW by train

The journey from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW by train is 19.18 mi and takes 0 hr 25 min. There are 13 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:37 AM and the last at 3:59 PM. It is possible to travel from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW by train for as little as $4.08 or as much as $18.46. The best price for this journey is $4.08.

Lowest Price $4.08
Journey Duration 0 hr 25 min
Connection per Day 13
Lowest Price $4.08
Highest Price $18.46
First Departure 6:37 AM
Last Departure 3:59 PM
Distance 19.18 mi
Departure Düsseldorf
Arrival Essen, NW
Carriers FlixTrain, DB - InterCity Express (ICE)

Düsseldorf to Essen, NW Train Times

Departure date
Thursday, Jun 19, 2025

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $3.40 to $12.04 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 72% on your trip!

Find the best day to travel to Essen, NW by train

When travelling to Essen, NW by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixTrain, DB - InterCity Express (ICE) and National Express from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW
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Düsseldorf to Essen, NW CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
2.16kg
Bus
2.32kg
Flight
6.17kg
Car
4.94kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Düsseldorf and Essen, NW are 2.16kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Düsseldorf and Essen, NW? By taking the train between Düsseldorf and Essen, NW you will save 4.01kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.16kg compared to a bus and 2.78kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW?
A train ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW is $6.27. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $4.08.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW is $4.08. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Düsseldorf and Essen, NW by train?
Düsseldorf to Essen, NW is 19.18 mi.
How long does the train between Düsseldorf and Essen, NW take?
Düsseldorf to Essen, NW is on average 0 hr 25 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hr 24 min.
Which companies operate from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW?
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixTrain, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), National Express and DB - Regional Express.
How many train connections per day go from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW?
Düsseldorf to Essen, NW has 13 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW leave?
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW departs at 6:37 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW depart?
The latest train from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW departs at 3:59 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $4.08 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW?
There are on average 13 direct connection(s) from Düsseldorf to go to Essen, NW.
What's the fastest journey time between Düsseldorf to Essen, NW by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Düsseldorf and Essen, NW is 0 hr 24 min.
Is there a direct train from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW?
Yes, there is a direct train between Düsseldorf and Essen, NW.
What are the CO2 emissions for Düsseldorf to Essen, NW by train?
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Essen, NW creates 2.16kg of CO2 emissions.

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