The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich Hbf to Essen Hbf
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- $79
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- $144
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 5 h 2 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 5 h 2 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 74
- Distance
- 492 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich Hbf to Essen Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich Hbf to Essen Hbf will cost around $144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 74 trains from Munich Hbf to Essen Hbf, including 8 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 492 km distance in an average of 5 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 2 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 5 h 3 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.
ICE 61812:01 AM 6h57 Munich Hbf 6:58 AM Essen Hbf $79 1 One-way 0 transfers
ICE 1104 · ICE 686 · ICE 17484:30 AM 7h08 Munich Hbf 11:38 AM Essen Hbf $79 1 One-way 2 transfers
ICE 592 · ICE 102 · IC 23494:45 PM 5h13 Munich Hbf 9:58 PM Essen Hbf $79 1 One-way 2 transfers
ICE 1014 · ICE 10224:11 AM 6h51 Munich Hbf 11:02 AM Essen Hbf $84 1 One-way 1 transfer
ICE 518 · ICE 2012 · ICE 10611:28 AM 6h30 Munich Hbf 5:58 PM Essen Hbf $84 1 One-way 2 transfers
ICE 10126:20 AM 5h02 Munich Hbf 11:22 AM Essen Hbf $139 1 One-way 0 transfers
ICE 91612:20 PM 5h02 Munich Hbf 5:22 PM Essen Hbf $211 1 One-way 0 transfers
ICE 9124:20 PM 5h02 Munich Hbf 9:22 PM Essen Hbf $120 1 One-way 0 transfers
ICE 10108:19 AM 5h03 Munich Hbf 1:22 PM Essen Hbf $139 1 One-way 0 transfers
ICE 91810:19 AM 5h03 Munich Hbf 3:22 PM Essen Hbf $139 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich Hbf to Essen Hbf
Trains from Munich Hbf to Essen Hbf run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 305 miles (492 km) distance in 4h 49m.
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Journey facts
- Distance305 miles (492 km)
- Average train duration5h 44m
- Cheapest ticket price$9
- Trains per day12
- Direct trains4
- Fastest train4h 49m
- First train6:05 AM
- Last train10:01 PM
- Cheapest MonthJun
- Cheapest DayTue
- High SeasonOct - Dec
- Low SeasonApr - Jun
- Busiest DayWed
- Least Busy DayTue
- Best time to book21 days
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Frequently asked questions about your Munich Hbf to Essen Hbf trip
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Live departures
Munich Hbf to Essen Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich Hbf to Essen Hbf trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1104 · ICE 686 · ICE 1748 | 4:30 AM Munich Hbf | 7h08 | 11:38 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1104 · ICE 686 · ICE 1748 · 26712 | 4:30 AM Munich Hbf | 7h15 | 11:45 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1104 · ICE 686 · ICE 1748 · 26712 | 4:30 AM Munich Hbf | 7h15 | 11:45 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 614 · IC 2049 · IC 2202 · 89719 | 5:33 AM Munich Hbf | 6h54 | 12:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 614 · ICE 1022 | On time 5:33 AM Munich Hbf | 5h29 | 11:02 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 614 · IC 2049 · ICE 1053 | 5:33 AM Munich Hbf | 6h58 | 12:31 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 614 · ICE 1022 · 26715 | 5:33 AM Munich Hbf | 5h38 | 11:11 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 614 · IC 2049 · 28514 · 10217 | 5:33 AM Munich Hbf | 7h04 | 12:37 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 614 · S9 | 5:33 AM Munich Hbf | 6h07 | 11:40 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 886 · 26714 | 5:53 AM Munich Hbf | 6h52 | 12:45 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 728 | 5:59 AM Munich Hbf | 5h58 | 11:57 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 728 · 89719 | 5:59 AM Munich Hbf | 6h28 | 12:27 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 728 · 89879 · S1 | 5:59 AM Munich Hbf | 6h26 | 12:25 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1102 · ICE 684 · 26716 | 6:34 AM Munich Hbf | 7h09 | 1:43 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 692 · ICE 202 | 6:42 AM Munich Hbf | 5h16 | 11:58 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 692 · ICE 202 · 89719 | 6:42 AM Munich Hbf | 5h45 | 12:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 692 · 33089+ 15110+ 31321 | 6:42 AM Munich Hbf | 7h45 | 2:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 692 · Bus RE34+ 31321+ 15110 | 6:42 AM Munich Hbf | 7h45 | 2:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 612 · ICE 1020 | 7:28 AM Munich Hbf | 5h30 | 12:58 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 612 · IC 2047 · 28518 · 10221 | 7:28 AM Munich Hbf | 7h09 | 2:37 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 612 · IC 2047 · 28518 · 10221 | 7:28 AM Munich Hbf | 7h09 | 2:37 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 882 · 26718 | On time 7:53 AM Munich Hbf | 6h52 | 2:45 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2808 · 26718 | 7:53 AM Munich Hbf | 6h52 | 2:45 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1010 | On time 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 5h03 | 1:22 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 641 | On time 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 6h59 | 3:18 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · 89725 | On time 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 7h08 | 3:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1010 · 10219 | On time 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 5h19 | 1:38 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1100 · ICE 682 · 26720 | 8:34 AM Munich Hbf | 7h09 | 3:43 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 690 · ICE 200 · 89723 | 8:45 AM Munich Hbf | 5h42 | 2:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2806 · ICE 200 · 89723 | 8:45 AM Munich Hbf | 5h42 | 2:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 610 · ICE 722 | 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 5h34 | 3:02 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 610 · IC 2045 · ICE 1749 | 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 6h46 | 4:14 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 610 · IC 2045 · ICE 1749 · 89727 | 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 6h59 | 4:27 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 610 · ICE 926 · 89725 | 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 5h59 | 3:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 880 · 26722 | On time 9:53 AM Munich Hbf | 6h52 | 4:45 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 918 | On time 10:19 AM Munich Hbf | 5h03 | 3:22 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 918 · 10223 | On time 10:19 AM Munich Hbf | 5h18 | 3:37 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1206 · ICE 680 · ICE 1744 · 26724 | 10:41 AM Munich Hbf | 7h04 | 5:45 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 598 · ICE 108 | On time 10:45 AM Munich Hbf | 5h13 | 3:58 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 598 · ICE 108 · ICE 1749 | On time 10:45 AM Munich Hbf | 5h29 | 4:14 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 598 · ICE 108 · 89727 | On time 10:45 AM Munich Hbf | 5h42 | 4:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 518 · ICE 2012 | On time 11:28 AM Munich Hbf | 6h46 | 6:14 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 518 · ICE 2012 · 89731 | On time 11:28 AM Munich Hbf | 6h59 | 6:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 788 · 26726 | 11:53 AM Munich Hbf | 6h52 | 6:45 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 916 · ICE 28 · ICE 645 | 12:20 PM Munich Hbf | 6h58 | 7:18 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 916 | 12:20 PM Munich Hbf | 5h02 | 5:22 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 916 · 10227 | 12:20 PM Munich Hbf | 5h17 | 5:37 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 916 · ICE 28 · 89733 | 12:20 PM Munich Hbf | 7h07 | 7:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 588 · 26728 | On time 12:38 PM Munich Hbf | 7h07 | 7:45 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 596 · ICE 106 | On time 12:45 PM Munich Hbf | 5h13 | 5:58 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 596 · ICE 106 · ICE 2012 | On time 12:45 PM Munich Hbf | 5h29 | 6:14 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 596 · ICE 106 · 89731 | On time 12:45 PM Munich Hbf | 5h42 | 6:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 564 · ICE 216 · ICE 12 · 26829 | 1:02 PM Munich Hbf | 5h48 | 6:50 PM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 564 · ICE 216 | 1:02 PM Munich Hbf | 5h51 | 6:53 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 564 · ICE 216 · S1 | 1:02 PM Munich Hbf | 6h23 | 7:25 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 516 · ICE 624 | On time 1:28 PM Munich Hbf | 5h44 | 7:12 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 516 · IC 2041 · ICE 104 | On time 1:28 PM Munich Hbf | 6h36 | 8:04 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 516 · ICE 624 | On time 1:28 PM Munich Hbf | 5h35 | 7:03 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 516 · ICE 28 · 89733 | On time 1:28 PM Munich Hbf | 5h59 | 7:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 516 · S9 | On time 1:28 PM Munich Hbf | 6h12 | 7:40 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 118 | On time 1:48 PM Munich Hbf | 6h05 | 7:53 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 786 · 26730 | 1:53 PM Munich Hbf | 6h52 | 8:45 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 224 · 26831 | 2:20 PM Munich Hbf | 5h30 | 7:50 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 224 · ICE 26 · ICE 620 | 2:20 PM Munich Hbf | 6h51 | 9:11 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 224 · ICE 26 · ICE 912 | On time 2:20 PM Munich Hbf | 7h02 | 9:22 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 224 · 26831 | 2:20 PM Munich Hbf | 5h30 | 7:50 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 224 · ICE 26 · 89737 | 2:20 PM Munich Hbf | 7h07 | 9:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 594 · ICE 104 | On time 2:45 PM Munich Hbf | 5h19 | 8:04 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 594 · ICE 104 | On time 2:45 PM Munich Hbf | 5h13 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1284 · ICE 844 | 2:49 PM Munich Hbf | 6h46 | 9:35 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1284 · ICE 844 | 2:52 PM Munich Hbf | 6h43 | 9:35 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1284 · 26732 | 2:52 PM Munich Hbf | 6h53 | 9:45 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 514 · ICE 620 | On time 3:28 PM Munich Hbf | 5h43 | 9:11 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 514 · IC 2349 · 26737 | On time 3:28 PM Munich Hbf | 6h43 | 10:11 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 514 · ICE 620 | On time 3:28 PM Munich Hbf | 5h34 | 9:02 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 514 · ICE 26 · 89737 | On time 3:28 PM Munich Hbf | 5h59 | 9:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 784 · 26734 · 26838 | 3:52 PM Munich Hbf | 7h15 | 11:07 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 912 · ICE 24 · 89741 | On time 4:20 PM Munich Hbf | 7h07 | 11:27 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 912 · 10235 | On time 4:20 PM Munich Hbf | 5h17 | 9:37 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1002 · ICE 584 · 26736 · 26840 | 4:34 PM Munich Hbf | 7h33 | 12:07 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 592 · ICE 102 · 26837 | On time 4:45 PM Munich Hbf | 6h05 | 10:50 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 512 · ICE 526 · 10175 | On time 5:28 PM Munich Hbf | 5h46 | 11:14 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 512 · S9 | On time 5:28 PM Munich Hbf | 6h12 | 11:40 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 512 · IC 2347 · ICE 100 · 89743 | On time 5:28 PM Munich Hbf | 6h59 | 12:27 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 782 · 26738 · ICE 550 · 26844 | 5:51 PM Munich Hbf | 7h16 | 1:07 AM Essen Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 910 · 26839 | On time 6:19 PM Munich Hbf | 5h31 | 11:50 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 910 · ICE 22 · 89745 | On time 6:19 PM Munich Hbf | 7h08 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 590 · ICE 100 · 89743 | On time 6:45 PM Munich Hbf | 5h42 | 12:27 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 510 · ICE 920 | On time 7:28 PM Munich Hbf | 7h36 | 3:04 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 510 · ICE 22 · 89745 | On time 7:28 PM Munich Hbf | 5h59 | 1:27 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 510 · 26843 | On time 7:28 PM Munich Hbf | 6h22 | 1:50 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
ICE 618 | 12:01 AM Munich Hbf | 6h57 | 6:58 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies
Train companies from Munich Hbf to Essen Hbf
Trains from Munich Hbf to Essen Hbf with Deutsche Bahn and TGV. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn and TGV. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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.
TGV
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Munich Hbf and Essen Hbf
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FAQs: Trains from Munich Hbf to Essen Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich Hbf to Essen Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Munich Hbf to Essen Hbf
Most Munich Hbf to Essen Hbf trains use the München Hbf to Essen Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich Hbf and Essen Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München 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 and drink
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.


