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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Calw
- Cheapest price on Oct 30
- $0
- Average ticket price on Oct 30
- -$0
- Fastest journey on Oct 30
- 4 h 19 m
- Average journey duration on Oct 30
- 4 h 45 m
- Trains on Oct 30
- 7
- Distance
- 329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Calw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Essen to Calw without transferring at least 2 times.
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6:00 AM 5h07 Essen 11:07 AM Calw, Bahnhof/zob Find prices2 transfers8:00 AM 5h07 Essen 1:07 PM Calw, Bahnhof/zob Find prices4 transfers10:00 AM 5h07 Essen 3:07 PM Calw, Bahnhof/zob Find prices4 transfers12:00 PM 4h37 Essen 4:37 PM Calw, Bahnhof/zob Find prices2 transfers2:00 PM 4h37 Essen 6:37 PM Calw, Bahnhof/zob Find prices2 transfers
8:00 PM 4h19 Essen 12:19 AM Calw, Bahnhof/zob Find prices2 transfers12:00 PM 4h37 Essen 4:37 PM Calw, Bahnhof/zob Find prices2 transfers2:00 PM 4h37 Essen 6:37 PM Calw, Bahnhof/zob Find prices2 transfers4:00 PM 5h06 Essen 9:06 PM Calw, Bahnhof/zob Find prices2 transfers6:00 AM 5h07 Essen 11:07 AM Calw, Bahnhof/zob Find prices2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to Calw
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Trains from Essen to Calw run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $123 but you can travel from only $32 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:50, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 204 miles (329 km) distance in 3h 52m.
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Journey facts
- Distance204 miles (329 km)
- Average train duration4h 20m
- Cheapest ticket price$123
- Trains per day4
- Fastest train3h 52m
- First train8:50 AM
- Last train11:20 PM
- Cheapest MonthJun
- Cheapest DayTue
- High SeasonJan - Mar
- Low SeasonApr - Jun
- Best time to book70 days
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Frequently asked questions about your Essen to Calw trip
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Essen to Calw train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Calw trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 AM Essen | 5h07 | 11:07 AM Calw, Bahnhof/zob | 2 transfers | |
| 8:00 AM Essen | 5h07 | 1:07 PM Calw, Bahnhof/zob | 4 transfers | |
| 10:00 AM Essen | 5h07 | 3:07 PM Calw, Bahnhof/zob | 4 transfers | |
| 12:00 PM Essen | 4h37 | 4:37 PM Calw, Bahnhof/zob | 2 transfers | |
| 2:00 PM Essen | 4h37 | 6:37 PM Calw, Bahnhof/zob | 2 transfers | |
| 4:00 PM Essen | 5h06 | 9:06 PM Calw, Bahnhof/zob | 2 transfers | |
| 8:00 PM Essen | 4h19 | 12:19 AM Calw, Bahnhof/zob | 2 transfers | |
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Train companies
Train companies from Essen to Calw
Trains from Essen to Calw with Deutsche Bahn. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Essen and Calw
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FAQs: Trains from Essen to Calw
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Essen to Calw
Most Essen to Calw trains use the Essen Hbf to Calw station pair. Use this guide to compare Essen and Calw train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Essen station do trains to Calw leave from?
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Which Calw station do trains from Essen arrive at?
Calw train station facilities and services
Calw 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 and drink
Food options include: Ratsstube, Wendland, Cafe am Markt, Rappen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Calw. ATMs are available at Calw.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Calw. Information desks are available at Calw.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Calw. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Calw: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Calw: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Calw.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ratsstube, Alte Post.
Train stations for Essen to Calw
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Most popular trains to and from Calw and Essen
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