The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Innsbruck
Cheapest price
$322
Average price
$322
Fastest journey
10 h 13 m
Average duration
10 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
685 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Innsbruck will cost around $322 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $322.
Of the 1 trains that leave Essen for Innsbruck on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 685 km distance in an average of 10 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 13 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 10 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Essen to Innsbruck
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Essen to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, and a flight costs an average of €350.
Distance: 425 miles (685 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€213 Average price | €350 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest |
10h 43m Average total duration Fastest 10h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 20m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 20m Average total duration 16h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Essen to Innsbruck train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Innsbruck trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:05 AM Essen | 10h13 | 5:18 PM Innsbruck | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to Innsbruck
Trains from Essen to Innsbruck run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $202 (€164) but you can travel from only $50 (€41) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 07:05. The fastest train covers the 425 miles (685 km) distance in 10h 13m.
Distance 425 miles (685 km) |
Average train duration 10h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $202 (€164) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 10h 13m |
First train 07:05 |
Last train 07:05 |
FAQs: Trains from Essen to Innsbruck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Essen to Innsbruck
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Europa Stüberl
- Die Pizzerei
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Sailer
- Grand Hotel Europa
- ibis Innsbruck
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 1, Line 3
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
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