Frankfurt to Essen, NW Train
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Frankfurt to Essen, NW by train
The journey from Frankfurt to Essen, NW by train is 118.1 mi and takes 3 hr 39 min. There are 9 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:40 AM and the last at 10:30 AM. It is possible to travel from Frankfurt to Essen, NW by train for as little as $20.87 or as much as $145.92. The best price for this journey is $20.87.
| Lowest Price | $20.87 |
| Journey Duration | 3 hr 39 min |
| Connection per Day | DB - Regional Express, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), HLB Hessenbahn, FlixBus, FlixTrain, DB - Intercity 9 |
| Lowest Price | DB - Regional Express, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), HLB Hessenbahn, FlixBus, FlixTrain, DB - Intercity $20.87 |
| Highest Price | DB - Regional Express, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), HLB Hessenbahn, FlixBus, FlixTrain, DB - Intercity $145.92 |
| First Departure | DB - Regional Express, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), HLB Hessenbahn, FlixBus, FlixTrain, DB - Intercity 1:40 AM |
| Last Departure | DB - Regional Express, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), HLB Hessenbahn, FlixBus, FlixTrain, DB - Intercity 10:30 AM |
| Distance | DB - Regional Express, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), HLB Hessenbahn, FlixBus, FlixTrain, DB - Intercity 118.1 mi |
| Departure | DB - Regional Express, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), HLB Hessenbahn, FlixBus, FlixTrain, DB - Intercity Frankfurt |
| Arrival | DB - Regional Express, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), HLB Hessenbahn, FlixBus, FlixTrain, DB - Intercity Essen, NW |
| Carriers | DB - Regional Express, National Express DB - Regional Express, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), HLB Hessenbahn, FlixBus, FlixTrain, DB - Intercity |
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Frankfurt to Essen, NW
The cheapest Frankfurt - Essen, NW train tickets can be found for as low as $21.39 if you’re lucky, or $33.48 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $71.94.
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 DB - Regional Express, National Express and DB - InterCity Express (ICE) from Frankfurt to Essen, NW
Compare services on board when travelling from Frankfurt to Essen, NW by train.
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Frankfurt to Essen, NW CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
13.3kg
Bus
14.26kg
Flight
38.01kg
Car
30.41kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Frankfurt to Essen, NW by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Frankfurt and Essen, NW are 13.3kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Frankfurt and Essen, NW? By taking the train between Frankfurt and Essen, NW 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 Frankfurt to Essen, NW?
A train ticket from Frankfurt to Essen, NW is $55.63. 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 $20.87.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Frankfurt to Essen, NW?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Frankfurt to Essen, NW is $20.87. 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 Frankfurt and Essen, NW by train?
Frankfurt to Essen, NW is 118.1 mi.
How long does the train between Frankfurt and Essen, NW take?
Frankfurt to Essen, NW is on average 3 hr 39 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 53 min.
Which companies operate from Frankfurt to Essen, NW?
The train journey from Frankfurt to Essen, NW is covered by 6 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: DB - Regional Express, National Express, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), HLB Hessenbahn, FlixBus, FlixTrain and DB - Intercity.
How many train connections per day go from Frankfurt to Essen, NW?
Frankfurt to Essen, NW has 9 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Frankfurt to Essen, NW leave?
The earliest train from Frankfurt to Essen, NW departs at 1:40 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 Frankfurt to Essen, NW depart?
The latest train from Frankfurt to Essen, NW departs at 10:30 AM. 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 Frankfurt 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 $20.87 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 Frankfurt to Essen, NW?
There are on average 2 direct connection(s) from Frankfurt to go to Essen, NW.
What's the fastest journey time between Frankfurt to Essen, NW by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Frankfurt and Essen, NW is 1 hr 53 min.
Is there a direct train from Frankfurt to Essen, NW?
Yes, there is a direct train between Frankfurt and Essen, NW.
What are the CO2 emissions for Frankfurt to Essen, NW by train?
The train journey from Frankfurt to Essen, NW creates 13.3kg of CO2 emissions.