- Must visit
Neues Museum
A major museum of ancient civilisations, known for monumental architecture and celebrated collections from Egypt and the Near East.
Cheapest price on 16 Oct
£27
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£94
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
4 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
4 h 58 m
Trains on 16 Oct
38
Distance
454 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Berlin will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Fri 16 Oct, we found 38 trains from Essen to Berlin, including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 454 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 58 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.
ICE 947
ICE 541
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ICE 645
ICE 847
ICE 849
ICE 943
ICE 843
ICE 941Trains from Essen to Berlin run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 454 km distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 454 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Berlin trains for today, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 641 · 73783 | Delayed 13:31 15:21Essen Hbf | 5h04 | 20:25 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1 change | |
ICE 641 | Delayed 13:31 15:21Essen Hbf | 5h05 | 18:28 18:28Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 16:20 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h20 | 22:40 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 16:20 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h29 | 22:49 Berlin Südkreuz station | 1 change | |
ICE 943 | On time 16:21 Essen Hbf | 4h58 | 21:19 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 653+ 31322 | Delayed 15:32 16:34Essen Hbf | 5h43 | 22:17 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
22045 · ICE 518 · ICE 609 | On time 16:52 Essen Hbf | 5h30 | 22:22 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 643 | On time 17:21 Essen Hbf | 5h05 | 22:26 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 945 | On time 18:21 Essen Hbf | 5h04 | 23:25 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 655+ 31326 | Delayed 17:32 18:34Essen Hbf | 5h44 | 0:18 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 645 | On time 19:21 Essen Hbf | 5h03 | 0:24 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 947 | On time 20:21 Essen Hbf | 5h05 | 1:26 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S2 · ICE 1541 | On time 23:53 Essen Hbf | 5h46 | 5:39 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
S2 · ICE 1541 · 3704 | 23:53 Essen Hbf | 5h42 | 5:35 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 2 changes | |
S2 · ICE 1541 | On time 23:53 Essen Hbf | 5h46 | 5:39 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
S2 · ICE 1541 · 3704 | 23:53 Essen Hbf | 5h42 | 5:35 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 2 changes | |
| Friday 16 October | |||||
S2 · ICE 920 · RJ 173 | On time 2:53 Essen Hbf | 6h30 | 9:23 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
22021 · ICE 1028 · ICE 507 | On time 4:52 Essen Hbf | 5h30 | 10:22 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 541 | Delayed 5:23 Essen Hbf | 5h03 | 8:28 8:28Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 843 | On time 6:21 Essen Hbf | 4h58 | 11:19 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
31302+ ICE 553 | On time 6:34 Essen Hbf | 5h43 | 12:17 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
22025 · ICE 618 · ICE 509 | On time 6:52 Essen Hbf | 5h30 | 12:22 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 543 | Delayed 7:22 Essen Hbf | 5h04 | 10:28 10:28Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
26709 · ICE 845 | On time 8:13 Essen Hbf | 5h06 | 13:19 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
31306+ ICE 555 | On time 8:34 Essen Hbf | 5h43 | 14:17 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
22029 · ICE 616 · ICE 601 | On time 8:52 Essen Hbf | 5h30 | 14:22 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 545 · 73771 | On time 9:19 Essen Hbf | 5h06 | 14:25 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1 change | |
ICE 545 | On time 9:19 Essen Hbf | 5h07 | 14:26 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 847 | On time 10:21 Essen Hbf | 4h57 | 15:18 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
31310+ ICE 557 | On time 10:34 Essen Hbf | 5h43 | 16:17 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
22033 · ICE 614 · ICE 603 | On time 10:52 Essen Hbf | 5h30 | 16:22 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 547 | On time 11:21 Essen Hbf | 5h05 | 16:26 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 547 · 73775 | On time 11:21 Essen Hbf | 5h04 | 16:25 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1 change | |
ICE 849 | On time 12:21 Essen Hbf | 4h58 | 17:19 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
22037 · ICE 612 · ICE 605 | On time 12:52 Essen Hbf | 5h30 | 18:22 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 549 | On time 13:21 Essen Hbf | 5h05 | 18:26 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 549 · 73779 | On time 13:21 Essen Hbf | 5h04 | 18:25 Berlin-Charlottenburg | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 14:15 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h25 | 22:40 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 14:15 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h34 | 22:49 Berlin Südkreuz station | 1 change | |
ICE 941 | On time 14:21 Essen Hbf | 4h58 | 19:19 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
31318+ ICE 651 | On time 14:34 Essen Hbf | 5h43 | 20:17 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
22041 · ICE 610 · ICE 607 | On time 14:52 Essen Hbf | 5h30 | 20:22 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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A major museum of ancient civilisations, known for monumental architecture and celebrated collections from Egypt and the Near East.
A leading collection of 20th-century art, showing key works of modernism in Mies van der Rohe’s striking glass building.
A world-class art museum with European paintings, sculptures and decorative arts from the 13th to 18th centuries.
A historic boulevard linking major sights, lined with institutions, statues and elegant buildings that reflect central Berlin’s past.
A large central park with lakes, paths and lawns, perfect for walking, cycling and breaks between nearby landmarks and museums.
A spacious former airport turned public park, popular for cycling, sunset walks and an unusually open view of Berlin’s skyline.
Curried pork sausage sliced and served with ketchup and curry powder. A post-war Berlin classic, especially popular from street food stands.
Slow-cooked pork knuckle with crisp skin, usually served with peas, sauerkraut or purée. A hearty Berlin pub staple.
Berlin-style meatball of minced pork or mixed meat, commonly eaten hot or cold. A traditional everyday snack and tavern dish.
Elegant restaurant in Charlottenburg focused on refined Austrian and German cooking in a classic dining room.
Historic department store food hall with Berlin specialities, pastries and delicatessen counters in a lively grand setting.
Long-running Berlin institution known for currywurst and classic fast food near Zoologischer Garten. Casual and iconic.
Moderate for Western Europe: hostels and hotels vary widely, dining is fair-value, and public transport is good value for a capital city.
Service is usually not included. In restaurants, round up or tip about 5-10%. In cafés, round up small bills. For taxis, round up the fare or add about 5-10%.
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Berlin Hbf -> Alexanderplatz, Berlin
The most popular day trips by train from Berlin are Potsdam, Leipzig, Dresden, Lutherstadt Wittenberg and Rostock. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Berlin on Omio.

Potsdam is known for its Prussian palaces, grand parks and the rococo beauty of Sanssouci. With elegant streets, lakes and deep ties to German history, it feels calmer than nearby Berlin.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 26m.

Leipzig is known for Bach, the Thomaskirche and a long tradition of trade and publishing. Its compact centre combines grand historic architecture with creative neighbourhoods, canals and a youthful cultural scene.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 1h 8m.

Dresden is known for its baroque skyline, major art collections and the restored Frauenkirche. Set on the Elbe, it balances a grand historic centre with lively modern districts.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 1h 23m.

Lutherstadt Wittenberg is best known as the town of Martin Luther and the Reformation. Its compact Altstadt, UNESCO churches and Renaissance streets give it a calm, scholarly feel.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 90 km distance in 39m.

Rostock is a Hanseatic city on Germany’s Baltic coast, known for brick Gothic architecture and a strong maritime identity. Its historic centre, working port and link to Warnemünde give it a practical seaside character.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 193 km distance in 1h 10m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Essen to Berlin trains use the Essen Hbf to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Spandau. Use this guide to compare Essen and Berlin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Essen West is 2 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Pizzeria Don Camillo, Lindos, Zur Platte, Arman Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Essen West. ATMs are available at Essen West.
Ticket office support is available at Essen West. Information desks are available at Essen West.
Luggage storage is available at Essen West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen West.
Nearby hotels include McDreams.
Essen-Kupferdreh is 8 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen-Kupferdreh has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Lukas, Im Fass, Pizzeria Spuntino Dario, Contilla EisCafe
Wi-Fi is available at Essen-Kupferdreh. ATMs are available at Essen-Kupferdreh.
Ticket office support is available at Essen-Kupferdreh. Information desks are available at Essen-Kupferdreh.
Luggage storage is available at Essen-Kupferdreh. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen-Kupferdreh: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen-Kupferdreh: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen-Kupferdreh.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau 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 options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz 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 options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
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