The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Traben-Trarbach
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Traben-Trarbach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Traben-Trarbach will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Essen to Traben-Trarbach you need to make at least 2 changes.










Travel Information
Compare train for Essen to Traben-Trarbach
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Essen to Traben-Trarbach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 168 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Essen to Traben-Trarbach train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Traben-Trarbach trains for today, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:00 Essen | 3h56 | 08:56 Traben-trarbach, Bahnhof | 2 changes | |
![]() | 08:00 Essen | 3h56 | 11:56 Traben-trarbach, Bahnhof | 2 changes | |
![]() | 09:00 Essen | 3h56 | 12:56 Traben-trarbach, Bahnhof | 2 changes | |
![]() | 09:53 Essen | 4h03 | 13:56 Traben-trarbach, Bahnhof | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:37 Essen | 4h19 | 14:56 Traben-trarbach, Bahnhof | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to Traben-Trarbach
Trains from Essen to Traben-Trarbach run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:09, the last at 08:09. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 08:09 |
Last train 08:09 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Essen to Traben-Trarbach trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Essen and Traben-Trarbach from £32. 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.
FAQs: Essen to Traben-Trarbach train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Traben-Trarbach 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 Traben-Trarbach, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Traben-Trarbach
- 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
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Haus Wilmes
- Mana Mana
- Karawane
- Webers
- Burger King
- Werner
- Bückmannsmühle
- Muckel-Eis
- Alte Zunftscheune
- Café Balles
- Vinothek Royal
- Weinstube & Cafe Aacher Hof
- Das neue Moselschlösschen
- Hotel Trabener Hof
- Central-Hotel
- Hotel Bisenius
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