Prague to Essen train
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Train schedule from Prague to Essen
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Fastest train times from Prague to Essen
Fastest Journey
9 h 9 m
Average
11 h 21 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
542 km
It's difficult to get from Prague to Essen without transferring at least once.
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Overview: Train from Prague to Essen
 | Distance | 336 miles (542 km) |
 | Average train duration | 13 h 22 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $58 (€53) |
 | Train frequency | 6 a day |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train companies | FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn with connection, Deutsche Bahn or Czech Railways (ČD) |
Trains from Prague to Essen cover the 336 miles (542 km) long journey taking on average 13 h 22 min with our travel partners like FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn with connection, Deutsche Bahn or Czech Railways (ČD). Normally, there are 6 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $41 (€38), but the average price of train tickets is $58 (€53). Travelers depart most frequently from Prague and arrive in Essen Hbf.
Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and České dráhy from Prague to Essen trains
Travel between Prague and Essen from $41 (€38) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn and České dráhy! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Prague to Essen train.
- Average Price: $41
Czech Railway is the major railway operator in the Czech Republic where you can find Second class and First Class tickets for your next train between Prague and Essen.
České dráhy tickets from Prague to Essen are available online on Omio. We help you compare and book your perfect journey with České dráhy between Prague and Essen all in one place. If you’re specifically looking for the cheapest, fastest or earliest train, you can find all the current České dráhy train schedules and train tickets available on Omio for the 336 miles (542 km) journey. You can also see relevant travel information for the České dráhy train, such as baggage allowance and amenities onboard depending on the class fare. Search for your ideal departure and arrival times for this train, compare the fastest Prague to Essen routes as well as the cheapest ticket prices available, and buy the best České dráhy Prague to Essen train ticket that fits your needs. If you purchase tickets in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the České dráhy train ticket is available as a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to travel paperless. You’ll then be ready to embark on your smooth and relaxing journey to Essen with České dráhy!
Train information from Prague to Essen with České dráhy:
- Average Duration: 26 h 10 min
- České dráhy frequency: 1 a day
Travel Tips: Trains from Prague to Essen
Travel by train between Prague, Czechia and Essen, Germany is: Fully open.
Is international entry into Essen from Prague restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Czech Republic
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Prague?
Entry Requirements:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Essen, Germany?
The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask required: Mandatory
The above information was last checked on 8/8/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train from Prague to Essen closer to your date of departure here
Return travel from Germany to Czechia is: Fully open.
Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Prague from Essen?
Entry into Czechia is allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Czechia from Essen?
Requirements for reentering:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Prague, Czechia?
The government of Czechia has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
- Face mask requirement: Mandatory
Last checked on 8/3/22. Please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations closer to the travel date of your train to Prague from Essen.
Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Prague and arrive in Essen Hbf.
Passengers board their train most frequently from Prague and travel around 2.2 miles (3.6 km) from the city center to this train station.
Passengers traveling this route most often arrive at Essen Hbf and need to travel approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) from the train station to the city center in Essen.
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