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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Linköping to Essen
Cheapest price
$207
Average price
$207
Fastest journey
17 h 49 m
Average duration
18 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
947 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linköping to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linköping to Essen will cost around $207 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $207.
It's difficult to get from Linköping to Essen without transferring at least 3 times.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Linköping to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linköping to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €72. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €72, and a flight costs an average of €280.
Distance: 588 miles (947 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€172 Average price | €333 Average price | €74 Average price Cheapest |
11h 57m Average total duration Fastest 11h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 8m Average total duration 14h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 30m Average total duration 26h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 5.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Linköping to Essen train times
The table below shows live departures for Linköping to Essen trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:09 PM Linköping | 17h49 | 2:58 PM Essen | 3 transfers | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
| 12:05 PM Linköping | 19h53 | 7:58 AM Essen | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Linköping to Essen
Sweden
Germany
Distance 588 miles (947 km) |
Average train duration 11h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $210 (€172) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 13h 52m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 19:10 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swedish Railways (SJ) from Linköping to Essen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swedish Railways (SJ) trains will get you between Linköping and Essen from $88 (€72). 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.
Swedish Railways (SJ)
FAQs: Trains from Linköping to Essen
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