The cheapest and fastest trains from Merseburg to Essen
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
7 h 2 m
Average duration
7 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
345 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Merseburg to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Merseburg to Essen will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
It's difficult to get from Merseburg to Essen without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Merseburg to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Merseburg to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €67, and a flight costs an average of €412.
Distance: 214 miles (345 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€67 Average price Cheapest | €412 Average price |
5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Merseburg to Essen
Distance 214 miles (345 km) |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€67) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 19:22 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Merseburg to Essen start from as low as $82 (€67) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $82 (€67) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Abellio GmbH from Merseburg to Essen trainsAbellio GmbH trains will get you between Merseburg and Essen from $82 (€67). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio GmbH
FAQs: Trains from Merseburg to Essen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Merseburg to Essen 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 Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Merseburg to Essen
- Asia Bistro
- Cafe am Kloster
- Alt Merseburg
- Parkrestaurant
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
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