How to travel from Essen to Innsbruck

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Essen to Innsbruck

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €97.

Distance: 350 miles (564 km)

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Driving

€91

Average price

€48

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Cheapest

€423

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€134

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(fuel + tolls)

9h 51m

Average total duration

9h 21m

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30m

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12h 39m

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12h 9m

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4h 25m

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1h 25m

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8h 16m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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0.6 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

1.7 - 3.4kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Essen to Innsbruck is a bus with an average price of €48.

This is compared to other travel options from Essen to Innsbruck:

A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to Innsbruck costing on average €91.

A bus is €375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to Innsbruck costing on average €423.

The fastest way to travel from Essen to Innsbruck is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 25m.

Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 21m.

Bus takes on average 12h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Essen and Innsbruck including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Essen to Innsbruck among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Essen to Innsbruck

Travel to Innsbruck easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Essen to Innsbruck.

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There are 3 options to travel between Essen and Innsbruck including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Essen to Innsbruck is a bus with an average price of €48.

This is compared to other travel options from Essen to Innsbruck:

A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to Innsbruck costing on average €91.

A bus is €375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to Innsbruck costing on average €423.

The fastest way to travel from Essen to Innsbruck is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 25m.

Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 21m.

Bus takes on average 12h 9m.

The distance from Essen to Innsbruck is approximately 350 miles (564 km).
The average frequency per day from Essen to Innsbruck is:
  • Around 15 trains per day.
  • Around 9 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Essen and Innsbruck as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Essen to Innsbruck:
  • Trains mostly depart from Essen Hbf and arrive in Innsbruck Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße.
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Innsbruck Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Essen to Innsbruck, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Transavia France to go to Innsbruck by flight.
  • Travel with ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet to go to Innsbruck by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Innsbruck by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Essen to Innsbruck with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Transavia France.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Essen to Innsbruck often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Munich, Salzburg, Zurich, Venice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Innsbruck and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Innsbruck to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Innsbruck, you can visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds, an interactive museum and garden with crystal art installations, or the Innsbruck Alpine Zoo, one of Europe's highest zoos with alpine animals. Explore the vibrant Maria-Theresien-Strasse for shops, cafes, and historic sites. Take a guided tour of the Tyrolean State Museum to learn about regional history and culture. Enjoy a walk along the Inn River for scenic views. For must-see sights, visit the Golden Roof, the Nordkette Cable Car, Ambras Castle, Bergisel Ski Jump, and the Hofkirche.
To fully experience Innsbruck, including its historic sites, alpine attractions, and cultural offerings, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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