Munich to Essen train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE,IC,RB,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Essen

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$113

Average price

$126

Fastest journey

5 h 12 m

Average duration

5 h 40 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

493 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Munich to Essen will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Munich for Essen on Sat, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 493 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 12 m .

On Sat, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 50 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.

Deutsche BahnICE 690 · ICE 200
08:46AM5h12
Munich Hbf
01:58PMEssen Hbf
$1131One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 882 · RE 26718 · RE 26822
08:17AM6h50
Munich Hbf
03:07PMEssen Hbf
$1171One-way
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 724
08:47AM5h15
Munich Hbf
02:02PMEssen Hbf
$1281One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1010
08:27AM5h13
Munich Hbf
01:40PMEssen Hbf
$1281One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 568 · ICE 578 · ICE 314 · RE 26821
09:02AM5h48
Munich Hbf
02:50PMEssen Hbf
$1451One-way
3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Essen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.

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€126

Average price

€35

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Cheapest

€166

Average price

7h 2m

Average duration

6h 32m

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30m

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11h 4m

Average duration

10h 34m

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30m

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5h 5m

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2h 5m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.5 - 3.0kg

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Munich to Essen train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, June 20
Last updated at 5:45 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 882 · RE 26718 · RE 26822
On time
6:17 AM Munich Hbf
6h50
1:07 PM Essen Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 1010
On time
6:27 AM Munich Hbf
5h13
11:40 AM Essen Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 690 · ICE 200
On time
6:46 AM Munich Hbf
5h12
11:58 AM Essen Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 724
On time
6:47 AM Munich Hbf
5h15
12:02 PM Essen Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 568 · ICE 578 · ICE 314 · RE 26821
On time
7:02 AM Munich Hbf
5h48
12:50 PM Essen Hbf
3 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Munich to Essen?

The best time to book your train from Munich to Essen is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Munich to Essen route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Munich to Essen per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Munich to Essen.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Munich to Essen

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Trains from Munich to Essen run on average 20 times per day, taking around 6h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $12 (€10)
Distance
306 miles (493 km)
Average train duration
6h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
$37 (€30)
Trains per day
20
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
5h 12m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $12 (€10)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Munich to Essen trains

Travel to Essen from Munich from $26 (€21) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Train information from Munich to Essen with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 12 min
  • Cheapest Price: $26
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Munich to Essen

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Popular train stations from Munich to Essen

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The major train station for departures in Munich is München-Pasing. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at München-Pasing for your trip from Munich to Essen.
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
  • Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
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Distance to city center
8 km
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • McDonald's
  • Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans
  • Orexi Taverna
Hotel
Hotel
  • Guenstigwohnen24.de
  • Jagdschloss Residenz
  • Hotel Miano
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WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
Lockers
Lockers
  • The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
Dining
  • Cantina Estación Mediterrano
  • Rischart Bakery
  • Ditsch Pretzels
  • backWERK
  • Cafe-Shop
  • Le Crobag
  • Yorma's
  • Coffee Fellows
  • Dunkin Donuts
  • McDonald's
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • a&o München Hauptbahnhof
  • IntercityHotel München
  • Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
  • Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Dining
Dining
  • Haidhauser Augustiner
  • Burger King
  • Tassilogarten
  • Mitani
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hilton Munich City
  • MOMA1890
  • Mk Hotel
  • Hotel Pension Christl
The major train station for arrivals in Essen is Essen Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Essen Hbf for your journey to Essen from Munich.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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
Dining
Dining
  • Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
  • Kiepenkerl
  • Cafe Extrablatt
  • Tacos
Hotel
Hotel
  • Ambassador
  • Gästearpartment Dahl
  • WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
  • Motel One

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