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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Calw
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
4 h 37 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Trains per day
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 AM5h07Essen11:07 AMCalw, Bahnhof/zobFind prices2 transfers- 8:00 AM5h07Essen1:07 PMCalw, Bahnhof/zobFind prices4 transfers
- 10:00 AM5h07Essen3:07 PMCalw, Bahnhof/zobFind prices4 transfers
- 12:00 PM4h37Essen4:37 PMCalw, Bahnhof/zobFind prices2 transfers
- 2:00 PM4h37Essen6:37 PMCalw, Bahnhof/zobFind prices2 transfers
- 12:00 PM4h37Essen4:37 PMCalw, Bahnhof/zobFind prices2 transfers
- 2:00 PM4h37Essen6:37 PMCalw, Bahnhof/zobFind prices2 transfers
- 4:00 PM5h06Essen9:06 PMCalw, Bahnhof/zobFind prices2 transfers
- 6:00 AM5h07Essen11:07 AMCalw, Bahnhof/zobFind prices2 transfers
- 8:00 AM5h07Essen1:07 PMCalw, Bahnhof/zobFind prices4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Essen to Calw
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Essen to Calw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $493.
Distance: 204 miles (329 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$126 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $493 Average price | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Essen to Calw:
A bus is $93 (€77) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to Calw costing on average $126 (€103).
A bus is $461 (€377) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to Calw costing on average $493 (€404).
Other travel options to Calw take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 37m.
Bus takes on average 7h 50m.
Tickets start at around $126 (€103) compared to roughly $74 (€61) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-51.74 (€-42.35). The journey takes 5h 37m versus 4h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Essen to Calw train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Calw trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 PM Essen | 9h05 | 5:05 AM Calw, Bahnhof/zob | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
| 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to Calw
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Trains from Essen to Calw run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $126 (€103) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) 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 5h 37m.
Distance 204 miles (329 km) |
Average train duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $126 (€103) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 37m |
First train 8:50 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Essen to Calw trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Essen and Calw from $32 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Essen to Calw
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Calw 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 Calw, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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.
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