Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Braunschweig (Hbf) | HBF | Cheapest | |||||
 | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Essen Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
WestfalenBahn + DB Fernverkehr | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
WestfalenBahn + DB Regio NRW | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
WestfalenBahn + National Express | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
WestfalenBahn + DB Fernverkehr | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
WestfalenBahn + DB Regio NRW | Braunschweig Main Railway Station | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Braunschweig to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Braunschweig and Essen?
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Train Companies
Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Deutsche Bahn ticket prices on this trip start at £27
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Braunschweig to Essen by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Braunschweig to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Braunschweig to Essen start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £60. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Braunschweig to Essen?
The average train journey time from Braunschweig to Essen is 3h 14m, covering a distance of 161 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Braunschweig to Essen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Braunschweig to Essen?
The earliest train from Braunschweig to Essen departs at 06:20. And the latest train departs at 20:49.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Braunschweig to Essen was searched and found on 1 Aug 2026 with a price of £36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Braunschweig to Essen as early as possible.
