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Museum Pfarrkirchen
Local history museum presenting regional culture, town development, and everyday life in Rottal; the main museum stop in Pfarrkirchen.
Cheapest price
€130
Average price
€130
Fastest journey
8 h 22 m
Average duration
8 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
541 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Pfarrkirchen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Pfarrkirchen will cost around €130 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €130.
Of the 1 trains that leave Essen for Pfarrkirchen on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 541 km distance in an average of 8 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 22 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 8 h 22 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.


Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Essen to Pfarrkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a train costs an average of €130.
Distance: 336 miles (541 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€174 Average price | €154 Average price | €54 Average price Cheapest | €100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 23m Average total duration 10h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 2m Average total duration 18h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Essen to Pfarrkirchen:
A bus is €100 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to Pfarrkirchen costing on average €154.
A bus is €120 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to Pfarrkirchen costing on average €174.
Other travel options to Pfarrkirchen take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 53m.
Bus takes on average 18h 32m.
Tickets start at around €174 compared to roughly €100 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-74.31. The journey takes 10h 53m versus 7h 14m 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 Pfarrkirchen trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:52 AM Essen | 7h33 | 5:25 PM Pfarrkirchen | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 10:50 AM Essen | 7h35 | 6:25 PM Pfarrkirchen | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 11:53 AM Essen | 7h32 | 7:25 PM Pfarrkirchen | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 12:53 PM Essen | 7h34 | 8:27 PM Pfarrkirchen | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 12:59 PM Essen | 8h29 | 9:28 PM Pfarrkirchen | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 2:51 PM Essen | 7h55 | 10:46 PM Pfarrkirchen | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 3:51 PM Essen | 8h39 | 12:30 AM Pfarrkirchen | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 11:10 PM Essen | 10h16 | 9:26 AM Pfarrkirchen | 3 transfers | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 7:03 AM Essen | 8h22 | 3:25 PM Pfarrkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Essen to Pfarrkirchen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €130 but you can travel from only €46 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:30, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 336 miles (541 km) distance in 8h 22m.
Distance 336 miles (541 km) |
Average train duration 10h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €130 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 22m |
First train 8:30 AM |
Last train 9:35 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Local history museum presenting regional culture, town development, and everyday life in Rottal; the main museum stop in Pfarrkirchen.
Historic church interior often visited like a sacred art site, with altars and decorative details valuable to art and architecture enthusiasts.
University exhibition venue showing changing art and cultural displays; useful for contemporary local programming when open to visitors.
Central square lined with colorful buildings and shops; the best place to experience Pfarrkirchen's market-town atmosphere and events.
Hilltop pilgrimage area with church, stairway, and broad views; ideal for a scenic walk combining heritage and a quieter atmosphere.
Green leisure area for walking and relaxing, appreciated by locals as an easy urban nature escape close to the center.
A hearty Bavarian roast pork with crackling, usually served with dumplings and dark beer gravy. A staple of Lower Bavaria's inn kitchens.
Potato dumplings common across Lower Bavaria, often served with roasts and rich sauces. They are a defining side dish of local Sunday meals.
Crisp Bavarian pork sausages, often seasoned with marjoram and enjoyed with sauerkraut or potato salad. Popular in rural beer halls and markets.
Established hotel restaurant with polished service, seasonal Bavarian cuisine, and a more refined dining atmosphere.
Traditional Bavarian inn known for regional roasts, dumplings, and hearty portions in a casual setting.
Classic local venue serving Bavarian comfort food, beer, and everyday regional specials in a relaxed inn setting.
Moderate for Germany. Pfarrkirchen is usually cheaper than Munich for hotels and dining, while local transit and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is often included, but rounding up is standard. Tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafes.
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Pfarrkirchen Bahnhof -> Pfarrkirchen Bahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Pfarrkirchen 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 Pfarrkirchen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Essen to Pfarrkirchen trains use the Essen Hbf to Pfarrkirchen station pair. Use this guide to compare Essen and Pfarrkirchen 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.
Pfarrkirchen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Pfarrkirchen.
ATMs are available at Pfarrkirchen.
Available at Pfarrkirchen: Parking, WC.
Available at Pfarrkirchen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pfarrkirchen.
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