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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen 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 will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen you need to make at least one change.
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19:240h48D-flughafen Terminal S20:12Essen£181One-way1 change- 19:540h48D-flughafen Terminal S20:42Essen£181One-way1 change
- 20:240h48D-flughafen Terminal S21:12Essen£181One-way1 change
- 20:540h48D-flughafen Terminal S21:42Essen£181One-way1 change
- 21:240h48D-flughafen Terminal S22:12Essen£181One-way1 change
- 23:240h45D-flughafen Terminal S0:09Essen£291One-way1 change
- 19:240h48D-flughafen Terminal S20:12Essen£181One-way1 change
- 19:540h48D-flughafen Terminal S20:42Essen£181One-way1 change
- 20:240h48D-flughafen Terminal S21:12Essen£181One-way1 change
- 20:540h48D-flughafen Terminal S21:42Essen£181One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dusseldorf Airport to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen 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 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 26 km
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52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Dusseldorf Airport to Essen 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, FlixTrain or Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to find the best option for your trip from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen.
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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, FlixTrain or Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to find the best option for your trip from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen
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Trains from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen run on average 2 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 41m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 0:24 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Dusseldorf Airport and Essen 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
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Dusseldorf Airport to Essen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dusseldorf Airport to Essen 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dusseldorf Airport and Essen
Most Dusseldorf Airport to Essen trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Essen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Essen West. Use this guide to compare Dusseldorf Airport and Essen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf train station facilities and services
Essen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Getting to Essen West from Essen city centre
Essen West is 2 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen West train station facilities and services
Essen West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pizzeria Don Camillo, Lindos, Zur Platte, Arman Döner
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen West. ATMs are available at Essen West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen West. Information desks are available at Essen West.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen West.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include McDreams.
Getting to Essen Süd from Essen city centre
Essen Süd is 1 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen Süd train station facilities and services
Essen Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Haus Wilmes, Mana Mana, Karawane
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Süd. ATMs are available at Essen Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Süd. Information desks are available at Essen Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Webers.
Most popular train connections from Dusseldorf Airport
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