Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Munich Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Munich Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | ZOB Hackerbrücke | HBF | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express | Munich Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Munich Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:13 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Munich to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Munich and Essen?
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
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Train companies
Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at $29
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Munich to Essen 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 Munich to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Munich to Essen start at $29. The average price for this train route is around $145. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Munich to Essen?
The average train trip from Munich to Essen takes 6h 11m and covers 492 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 2m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Munich to Essen route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 13 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Munich to Essen?
The earliest train from Munich to Essen departs at 6:09am. The latest train departs at 10:46pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Munich to Essen was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $95To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Munich to Essen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $95 to $381 for a train ticket from Munich to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $102 which is on 2025-12-10.
