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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Calw
Cheapest price on Sep 08
€0.00
Average ticket price on Sep 08
€-0.01
Fastest journey on Sep 08
4 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
4 h 55 m
Trains on Sep 08
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 flight as it is the most popular option from Essen to Calw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €43 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, while a flight costs an average of €434.
Distance: 204 miles (329 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€127 Average price | €434 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 32m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Essen to Calw:
A bus is €84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to Calw costing on average €127.
A bus is €391 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to Calw costing on average €434.
Other travel options to Calw take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 20m.
Bus takes on average 10h 2m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (4h 20m by train vs 4h 43m by car). Tickets start at around €127 compared to roughly €61 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Essen to Calw train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Calw trains for today, Monday, September 7. 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 | |
| Tuesday, September 8 | |||||
| 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 4 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €103 but you can travel from only €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 3h 52m.
Distance 204 miles (329 km) |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €103 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 8:50 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Essen to Calw trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Essen and Calw from €26. 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: 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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