Essen, NW to Frankfurt Train
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Essen, NW to Frankfurt by train
The journey from Essen, NW to Frankfurt by train is 118.1 mi and takes 3 hr 6 min. There are 7 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:33 AM and the last at 6:03 PM. It is possible to travel from Essen, NW to Frankfurt by train for as little as $16.69 or as much as $153.10. The best price for this journey is $16.69.
| Lowest Price | $16.69 |
| Journey Duration | 3 hr 6 min |
| Connection per Day | EuroCity, National Express, FlixTrain, DB - Regional Express, HLB Hessenbahn, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), FlixBus 7 |
| Lowest Price | EuroCity, National Express, FlixTrain, DB - Regional Express, HLB Hessenbahn, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), FlixBus $16.69 |
| Highest Price | EuroCity, National Express, FlixTrain, DB - Regional Express, HLB Hessenbahn, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), FlixBus $153.10 |
| First Departure | EuroCity, National Express, FlixTrain, DB - Regional Express, HLB Hessenbahn, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), FlixBus 12:33 AM |
| Last Departure | EuroCity, National Express, FlixTrain, DB - Regional Express, HLB Hessenbahn, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), FlixBus 6:03 PM |
| Distance | EuroCity, National Express, FlixTrain, DB - Regional Express, HLB Hessenbahn, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), FlixBus 118.1 mi |
| Departure | EuroCity, National Express, FlixTrain, DB - Regional Express, HLB Hessenbahn, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), FlixBus Essen, NW |
| Arrival | EuroCity, National Express, FlixTrain, DB - Regional Express, HLB Hessenbahn, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), FlixBus Frankfurt |
| Carriers | EuroCity, National Express EuroCity, National Express, FlixTrain, DB - Regional Express, HLB Hessenbahn, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), FlixBus |
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Essen, NW to Frankfurt
The cheapest Essen, NW - Frankfurt train tickets can be found for as low as $18.55 if you’re lucky, or $28.94 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $48.98.
Find the best day to travel to Frankfurt by train
When travelling to Frankfurt 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 EuroCity, National Express and FlixTrain from Essen, NW to Frankfurt
Compare services on board when travelling from Essen, NW to Frankfurt by train.
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Essen, NW to Frankfurt CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
13.3kg
Bus
14.26kg
Flight
38.01kg
Car
30.41kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Essen, NW to Frankfurt by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Essen, NW and Frankfurt are 13.3kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Essen, NW and Frankfurt? By taking the train between Essen, NW and Frankfurt you will save 24.71kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.96kg compared to a bus and 17.11kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Essen, NW to Frankfurt?
A train ticket from Essen, NW to Frankfurt is $67.27. 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 $16.69.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Essen, NW to Frankfurt?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Essen, NW to Frankfurt is $16.69. 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 Essen, NW and Frankfurt by train?
Essen, NW to Frankfurt is 118.1 mi.
How long does the train between Essen, NW and Frankfurt take?
Essen, NW to Frankfurt is on average 3 hr 6 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 58 min.
Which companies operate from Essen, NW to Frankfurt?
The train journey from Essen, NW to Frankfurt is covered by 6 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: EuroCity, National Express, FlixTrain, DB - Regional Express, HLB Hessenbahn, DB - InterCity Express (ICE) and FlixBus.
How many train connections per day go from Essen, NW to Frankfurt?
Essen, NW to Frankfurt has 7 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Essen, NW to Frankfurt leave?
The earliest train from Essen, NW to Frankfurt departs at 12:33 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 Essen, NW to Frankfurt depart?
The latest train from Essen, NW to Frankfurt departs at 6:03 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 Essen, NW to Frankfurt 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 $16.69 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 Essen, NW to Frankfurt?
There are on average 2 direct connection(s) from Essen, NW to go to Frankfurt.
What's the fastest journey time between Essen, NW to Frankfurt by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Essen, NW and Frankfurt is 1 hr 58 min.
Is there a direct train from Essen, NW to Frankfurt?
Yes, there is a direct train between Essen, NW and Frankfurt.
What are the CO2 emissions for Essen, NW to Frankfurt by train?
The train journey from Essen, NW to Frankfurt creates 13.3kg of CO2 emissions.