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Stadtmuseum Lindau – Haus zum Cavazzen
Lindau’s main city museum in a Baroque townhouse, presenting local history, art, and changing exhibitions in the heart of the island.
Cheapest price
€111
Average price
€111
Fastest journey
5 h 54 m
Average duration
5 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
476 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Lindau (Bodensee) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Lindau (Bodensee) will cost around €111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €111.
It's difficult to get from Essen to Lindau (Bodensee) without transferring at least 2 times.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Lindau (Bodensee) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €70.
Distance: 295 miles (476 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€99 Average price | €113 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest | €88 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 55m Average total duration 15h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Essen to Lindau (Bodensee):
A bus is €51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to Lindau (Bodensee) costing on average €99.
A bus is €64 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to Lindau (Bodensee) costing on average €113.
Other travel options to Lindau (Bodensee) take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 54m.
Bus takes on average 15h 25m.
Tickets start at around €99 compared to roughly €88 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-11.44. The journey takes 6h 54m versus 6h 52m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Lindau (Bodensee) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:00 PM Essen | 5h54 | 11:54 PM Lindau (Bodensee) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Essen to Lindau (Bodensee) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €31 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:46, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 295 miles (476 km) distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 295 miles (476 km) |
Average train duration 6h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 6h 15m |
First train 1:46 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Lindau (Bodensee) — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lindau (Bodensee) trip today.
Lindau’s main city museum in a Baroque townhouse, presenting local history, art, and changing exhibitions in the heart of the island.
Art museum focused on 19th-century to modern painting, known for quality temporary exhibitions in a refined lakeside historic setting.
Former synagogue building with exhibitions on Jewish life and history in Lindau, offering important local historical context.
The island old town is Lindau’s essential walking area, filled with medieval lanes, waterfront views, historic façades, and relaxed lake atmosphere.
Elegant harbor promenade for lake views, boat watching, and classic Lindau photos, especially attractive at sunset and during calm weather.
Main square in the old town surrounded by important civic and religious buildings, making it a natural stop on any walking route.
Käsespätzle are soft egg noodles layered with melted Allgäu mountain cheese and fried onions, a beloved Swabian-Allgäu comfort dish common around Lindau.
Felchen from Lake Constance is a local whitefish, often pan-fried or smoked. It is prized for its delicate flavor and strong connection to Bodensee fishing traditions.
Bodensee perch, usually lightly fried or served meunière-style, is a regional classic reflecting the lake's historic fishing culture and fresh local catch.
Elegant restaurant with lake views, known for refined regional cuisine, fresh fish, and a polished atmosphere suited to a special meal.
Historic lakeside restaurant on Lindau island serving regional fish, Bavarian classics, and seasonal dishes in a refined traditional setting.
Casual Lindau venue popular for coffee, cakes, and light meals, offering a relaxed stop in the old town near the harbor.
Moderate for Germany: lodging and lakefront dining cost more in peak season, but local transit is reasonable and budget meals are still easy to find.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or add about 5-10%. For taxis, round up the fare. In cafes, small change or rounding up is standard.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Lindau (Bodensee) 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 Lindau (Bodensee), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Essen to Lindau (Bodensee) trains use the Essen Hbf to Lindau-Reutin station pair, with some services arriving at Lindau-Insel. Use this guide to compare Essen and Lindau (Bodensee) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Essen-Kupferdreh is 8 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen-Kupferdreh has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Lukas, Im Fass, Pizzeria Spuntino Dario, Contilla EisCafe
Wi-Fi is available at Essen-Kupferdreh. ATMs are available at Essen-Kupferdreh.
Ticket office support is available at Essen-Kupferdreh. Information desks are available at Essen-Kupferdreh.
Luggage storage is available at Essen-Kupferdreh. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen-Kupferdreh: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen-Kupferdreh: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen-Kupferdreh.
Essen-Eiberg is 6 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen-Eiberg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zur Krone, Hannappel, Pizzeria Roma, Horster Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Essen-Eiberg. ATMs are available at Essen-Eiberg.
Ticket office support is available at Essen-Eiberg. Information desks are available at Essen-Eiberg.
Luggage storage is available at Essen-Eiberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen-Eiberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen-Eiberg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen-Eiberg.
Lindau-Reutin is 1 km from Lindau (Bodensee) city centre. Public transport options include:
Lindau-Reutin 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 options include: Bodenseehotel, Dodici, Crêpes Inn, Das Restaurant von Feneberg
Wi-Fi is available at Lindau-Reutin. ATMs are available at Lindau-Reutin.
Ticket office support is available at Lindau-Reutin. Information desks are available at Lindau-Reutin.
Luggage storage is available at Lindau-Reutin. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lindau-Reutin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lindau-Reutin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lindau-Reutin.
Nearby hotels include Bodenseehotel, Am Rehberg, Hotel Reulein, Köchlin.
Lindau-Insel 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 options include: Italienisches Eiskaffee, Ottimo, Alte Post, Café Schreier
Wi-Fi is available at Lindau-Insel. ATMs are available at Lindau-Insel.
Ticket office support is available at Lindau-Insel. Information desks are available at Lindau-Insel.
Luggage storage is available at Lindau-Insel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lindau-Insel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lindau-Insel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lindau-Insel.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Reutemann, Hotel Helvetia, Lindauer Hof, Zum Stift.
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