Warsaw to Essen train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,EC,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Warsaw to Essen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£54

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£69

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

9 h 45 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

9 h 59 m

Trains on 18 Sept

5

Distance

964 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warsaw to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Warsaw to Essen will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.

Fast trains

To travel from Warsaw to Essen you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Deutsche BahnEC 42 · 3133 · ICE 550 · 26842
    15:0010h05
    Warsaw Central
    1:05Essen Hbf
    £541One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnEC 46 · 3125 · ICE 1542
    11:0010h13
    Warsaw Central
    21:13Essen Hbf
    £631One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnEC 46 · S15 · ICE 544 · 26730
    11:009h45
    Warsaw Central
    20:45Essen Hbf
    £731One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnEC 44 · S15 · ICE 542 · 26838
    13:0010h05
    Warsaw Central
    23:05Essen Hbf
    £731One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnEC 48 · S15 · ICE 546 · 26726
    9:009h45
    Warsaw Central
    18:45Essen Hbf
    £821One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Warsaw to Essen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, while a flight costs an average of £99.

Distance: 964 km

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Train
Coach
Flight

£64

Average Price

£57

Average Price

Cheapest

£99

Average Price

10h 17m

Average total duration

9h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

16h 26m

Average total duration

15h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 14m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 14m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.0 - 2.4kg

CO2 emissions

2.9 - 5.8kg

CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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Most popular airline

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Warsaw to Essen is a coach with an average price of £57.

This is compared to other travel options from Warsaw to Essen:

A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Essen costing on average £64.

A coach is £42 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw to Essen costing on average £99.

The fastest way to travel from Warsaw to Essen is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 14m.

Other travel options to Essen take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 47m.

Coach takes on average 15h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Warsaw and Essen including taking a train, coach and flight.

Live departures

Warsaw to Essen train times

The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Essen trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn11:00 Warsaw
9h38
20:38 Essen0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn12:00 Warsaw
10h35
22:35 Essen0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn15:00 Warsaw
12h30
3:30 Essen0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn16:00 Warsaw
12h30
4:30 Essen0 changesdirect

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Deutsche Bahn as well as PKP Intercity offer trains services from Warsaw to Essen.
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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 PKP Intercity to find the best option for your trip from Warsaw to Essen.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Warsaw to Essen

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Trains from Warsaw to Essen run on average 13 times per day, taking around 9h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £36 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 964 km distance in 9h 37m.

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
Flight from £36
Distance
964 km
Average train duration
9h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£38
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
9h 37m
First train
0:04
Last train
23:56
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
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
Flight from £36

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity from Warsaw to Essen trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Warsaw and Essen from £36. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
9h 37m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£38
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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone

PKP Intercity

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average PKP Intercity Duration
9h 37m
Cheapest PKP Intercity Price
£97
PKP Intercity frequency
5 a day

Complete guide to Essen

Things to do in Essen

Discover the best of Essen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Essen trip today.

  • Must visit

Museum Folkwang

Major art museum with strong 19th- and 20th-century collections, posters and photography. A leading cultural stop in central Essen.

  • Must visit

Ruhr Museum

Industrial history museum in the former boiler house at Zollverein. Engaging displays explain coal, steel and daily life across the Ruhr.

  • Recommended

Red Dot Design Museum

Design museum inside the Zollverein complex, showing contemporary design, everyday objects and changing exhibitions in a dramatic industrial setting.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are often slightly cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while local transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€2.80-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually not included. In restaurants, round up or tip about 5-10%. For taxis, round up the fare. In cafés, small change or rounding up is customary.

FAQs: Warsaw to Essen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Warsaw to Essen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £38, while the average price tends to be around £64.
The train journey from Warsaw to Essen covers a distance of 964 km and takes approximately 9h 37m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from Warsaw to Essen is 964 km.
The first train from Warsaw to Essen leaves at 0:04.
The last train from Warsaw to Essen departs at 23:56.
Trains from Warsaw to Essen run approximately 13 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Warsaw to Essen.
To get from Warsaw to Essen, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Warsaw to Essen.
The train station in Warsaw that goes to Essen is Warsaw Central, and it arrives at Essen Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Warsaw to Essen is by flight, costing approximately £36.
Booking trains from Warsaw to Essen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Warsaw to Essen offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of charming Polish and German countryside landscapes, interspersed with stretches of industrial areas as the train approaches larger cities.
A day trip from Warsaw to Essen is not feasible as the journey takes 9h 37m. However, there are 16 train services available per day. The total distance covered is 964 km.
To fully experience Essen's cultural and historical highlights, plan for 2 to 3 days.
Yes, you can take the train from Warsaw to Essen.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Warsaw and Essen

Most Warsaw to Essen trains use the Warszawa Centralna to Essen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus. Use this guide to compare Warsaw and Essen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Warsaw
Arrival train stations in Essen

Which Warsaw station do trains to Essen leave from?

Trains from Warsaw to Essen leave from Warszawa Centralna. The station is 1 km from Warsaw city centre at Al. Jerozolimskie 54, 00-024 Warsaw, Poland.
Warszawa CentralnaAl. Jerozolimskie 54, 00-024 Warsaw, Poland+48 22 474 13 13WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Warszawa Centralna from Warsaw city centre

Bus127, 128, 131, 158, 175, 507, 517, 520, 525, N32, N35, N37, N38, N85, N88, Z-9 · 1m · £0.90 · every ~193 min
520, 525, 131, N42, N31, N25, N81 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~60 min

Warszawa Centralna train station facilities and services

Warszawa Centralna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Strefa Centralna, Restauracja Halka

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Centralna. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Centralna. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Warszawa Centralna: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Warszawa Centralna: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Centralna: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Warsaw Marriott Hotel, InterContinental Warsaw, Novotel Warszawa Centrum.

Warszawa WschodniaKijowska 16, Warszawa, Poland+48 22 391 97 57WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Warszawa Wschodnia from Warsaw city centre

Warszawa Wschodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainEc 130 · 6m · £0.90
Ic, Eip, Eic, Tlk · 6m · £0.90 · every ~13 min
R1, R2, R7, R3, R6, Re7, Re61, Re3, Re6, R61 · 8m · £3 · every ~18 min
BusPol31 · 9m · £0.90
N21, N71 · 21m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
Tram13, 22, 26, 79 · 12m · £0.90 · every ~25 min

Warszawa Wschodnia train station facilities and services

Warszawa Wschodnia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Mateusz Gessler Restaurant, Bistro Praga

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Wschodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Wschodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Hetman, Hotel Wiatraczna, Hotel Praski.

Warszawa ZachodniaAleje Jerozolimskie 144, Warszawa, Poland+48 22 391 97 57WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Warszawa Zachodnia from Warsaw city centre

Warszawa Zachodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS3 · 3m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Wkd · 5m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
BusWkd Zka · 10m · £0.90
Z1, Z3 · 10m
848103 · 14m · £0.90
N1260, 1305 · 16m · £0.90
158, 517, 127, N35, N85 · 18m · £0.90 · every ~67 min

Warszawa Zachodnia train station facilities and services

Warszawa Zachodnia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Warszawski Lukier, Bistro Trojka

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel, Campanile Varsovie, Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre.

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