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The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Luxembourg
Showing times and prices for 06 Mar
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 36 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
214 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Luxembourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Luxembourg will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
Fast trains
To travel from Essen to Luxembourg you need to make at least one change.
ICE 103 · IC 1940 · 510808:004h23
Essen Hbf12:23Luxembourg station
£461One-way
2 changes
103+
1940+
510808:004h23
Essen Hbf12:23Luxembourg station
£461One-way
2 changes
26808+1225+511008:095h14
Essen Hbf13:23Luxembourg station
£481One-way
2 changes
26808 · ICE 1225 · 511008:095h14
Essen Hbf13:23Luxembourg station
£481One-way
2 changes
S6+1225+511008:115h12
Essen Süd station13:23Luxembourg station
£481One-way
2 changes
ICE 103 · IC 1940 · 510808:004h23
Essen Hbf12:23Luxembourg station
£461One-way
2 changes
103+1940+510808:004h23
Essen Hbf12:23Luxembourg station
£461One-way
2 changes
2013+511209:404h43
Essen Hbf14:23Luxembourg station
£561One-way
1 change
IC 2013 · 511209:404h43
Essen Hbf14:23Luxembourg station
£561One-way
1 change
ICE 915 · 17409 · ICE 1225 · 511008:364h47
Essen Hbf13:23Luxembourg station
£481One-way
3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Essen to Luxembourg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Luxembourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £102.
Distance: 214 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£42 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £209 Average Price |
4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 43m Average total duration 12h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Essen to Luxembourg train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Luxembourg trains for tomorrow, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 17:43
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 103 · IC 1940 · 5108 | On time 07:00 Essen Hbf | 4h23 | 11:23 Luxembourg station | 2 changes | |
| 103+1940+5108 | 07:00 Essen Hbf | 4h23 | 11:23 Luxembourg station | 2 changes | |
| 26808+1225+5110 | 07:09 Essen Hbf | 5h14 | 12:23 Luxembourg station | 2 changes | |
| 26808 · ICE 1225 · 5110 | 07:09 Essen Hbf | 5h14 | 12:23 Luxembourg station | 2 changes | |
| S6+1225+5110 | 07:11 Essen Süd station | 5h12 | 12:23 Luxembourg station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 915 · 17409 · ICE 1225 · 5110 | On time 07:36 Essen Hbf | 4h47 | 12:23 Luxembourg station | 3 changes | |
| S6+2013+5112 | 08:29 Essen Süd station | 4h54 | 13:23 Luxembourg station | 2 changes | |
| 2013+5112 | 08:40 Essen Hbf | 4h43 | 13:23 Luxembourg station | 1 change | |
| IC 2013 · 5112 | On time 08:40 Essen Hbf | 4h43 | 13:23 Luxembourg station | 1 change | |
| 26812 · 28513 · 5114 | 09:09 Essen Hbf | 5h14 | 14:23 Luxembourg station | 2 changes | |
| 26812 · 28513+5114 | 09:09 Essen Hbf | 5h14 | 14:23 Luxembourg station | 2 changes | |
| S6+28513+5114 | 09:11 Essen Süd station | 5h12 | 14:23 Luxembourg station | 2 changes | |
| 10210+225+28513+5114 | 09:20 Essen Hbf | 5h03 | 14:23 Luxembourg station | 3 changes | |
| 10210 · ICE 225 · 28513 · 5114 | 09:20 Essen Hbf | 5h03 | 14:23 Luxembourg station | 3 changes | |
| S6+1644+5116 | 10:11 Essen Süd station | 5h12 | 15:23 Luxembourg station | 2 changes | |
| 644 · 1644+5116 | 10:32 Essen Hbf | 4h51 | 15:23 Luxembourg station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to Luxembourg
Germany
Luxembourg
Trains from Essen to Luxembourg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 4h 23m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 23m |
First train 00:32 |
Last train 23:42 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Regional-Express from Essen to Luxembourg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Regional-Express trains will get you between Essen and Luxembourg from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 23m
Cheapest Price
£21
Deutsche Bahn frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Regional-Express
About
Regional-Express (RE, or REX in Austria) is a type of regional train service found in Germany, Luxembourg, and Austria. It functions as a semi-fast train, making fewer stops than a Regionalbahn or S-Bahn but more than an Intercity or Intercity Express. RE services typically reach top speeds of 160 km/h, with some reaching 200 km/h on high-speed lines. While initially operated by DB Regio, many lines are now run by various private operators. These trains often use double-deck cars with electric or diesel locomotives.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 11m
Cheapest Price
£27
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type
Refund
Full refund for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory, available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Essen to Luxembourg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Luxembourg 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 Luxembourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Essen to Luxembourg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £42.
The train journey from Essen to Luxembourg covers a distance of 214 km and takes approximately 4h 23m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Essen to Luxembourg is 214 km.
The first train from Essen to Luxembourg leaves at 0:32.
The last train from Essen to Luxembourg departs at 23:42.
Trains from Essen to Luxembourg run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Essen to Luxembourg.
To get from Essen to Luxembourg, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Essen to Luxembourg.
The train station in Essen that goes to Luxembourg is Essen Hbf, and it arrives at Luxembourg station.
The cheapest way to get from Essen to Luxembourg is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Booking trains from Essen to Luxembourg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Essen to Luxembourg offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes of the Ardennes region. Travellers can enjoy lush greenery, charming villages, and beautiful river valleys during the ride.
A day trip from Essen to Luxembourg is not feasible, as the journey takes 4h 23m. Trains run 11 times per day over a distance of 214 km.
Explore the Bock Casemates, delve into historic underground tunnels and fortifications offering panoramic views of the city. Discover the National Museum of History and Art, with its extensive collections of art, archaeology, and history. Relax in the Pétrusse Valley Park, enjoying scenic green spaces and walking trails. Visit the Luxembourg American Cemetery Memorial to pay respects to American soldiers from World War II. Enjoy a boat ride on the Moselle River, taking in picturesque landscapes and vineyards. Must-see sights include Vianden Castle, Luxembourg City Old Quarters, Grand Ducal Palace, Mudam Luxembourg, and Notre-Dame Cathedral.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Luxembourg typically allows visitors to explore the major attractions, including the Old Quarter, the Luxembourg City history museum, and the picturesque Grund neighbourhood.
Yes, you can take the train from Essen to Luxembourg.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Luxembourg
Essen
Luxembourg
The major train station for departures in Essen is Essen Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Essen Hbf for your trip from Essen to Luxembourg.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Dining
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
Hotel
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
Essen Süd
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Haus Wilmes
- Mana Mana
- Karawane
Hotel
- Webers
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Burger King
- Werner
- Bückmannsmühle
- Muckel-Eis
The major train station for arrivals in Luxembourg is Luxembourg. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luxembourg for your journey to Luxembourg from Essen.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
9Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
Dining
- Brasserie Schuman
- Vapiano Luxembourg Gare
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Park Inn by Radisson Luxembourg City
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to France, Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Tram connections
Public transport options for Luxembourg
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Train: National and international connections
Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmLuxembourg, Rue Glacis / Bd Robert Schuman
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