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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Munich Hbf | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Munich Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Munich Hbf | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Munich Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Munich Hbf | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Munich
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Munich?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Munich
- AZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany
- BMunich Central Station, Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 München, Germany
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München-Moosach
Moosach, 80992 München, Germany - E
München Donnersbergerbrücke
Donnersbergerbrücke, 80339 München, Germany
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Munich by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Munich?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Munich start at $29. The average price for this train route is around $157. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Essen to Munich?
The average train trip from Essen to Munich takes 6h 17m and covers 492 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 4m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Munich route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 45 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Munich?
The earliest train from Essen to Munich departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 11:00pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Munich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Munich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Essen to Munich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Munich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
