The cheapest and fastest trains from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 1 trains that leave Dusseldorf Airport for Essen Hbf every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 26 km
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51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf trains for today, Saturday 14 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:33 Dusseldorf Airport | 0h32 | 08:05 Essen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf by coach or train
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Why should you book Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of VIAS Rail GmbH or Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to find the best option for your trip from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf.
Why book with Omio over Trainline, Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of VIAS Rail GmbH or Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to find the best option for your trip from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf
Trains from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf run on average 3 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:59, the last at 10:00. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 21m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 06:59 |
Last train 10:00 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Dusseldorf Airport and Essen Hbf from £6. 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.
VIAS Rail GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Dusseldorf Airport to Essen Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dusseldorf 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
Important Stations and Airports in Dusseldorf Airport and Essen Hbf
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
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