How much does a train ticket from Salzburg to Essen cost?

The average train ticket price from Salzburg to Essen is $104. The best way to find train tickets from Salzburg to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Salzburg to Essen?

A train trip between Salzburg and Essen is around 8h 59m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 58m. This is the time it takes to travel the 369 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Salzburg and Essen?

The number of trains from Salzburg to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Salzburg to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Salzburg to Essen?

When taking the train from Salzburg to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Salzburg to Essen?

Trains traveling between Salzburg and Essen leave from Hbf or P+R Süd and arrive at HBF, Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit.

Train Salzburg to Essen from $84 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Salzburg to Essen on October 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:00pm	Salzburg Train Station	8h 32m	8:32pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	12:42pm	Salzburg Train Station	8h 33m	9:15pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	12:00pm	Salzburg Train Station	8h 32m	8:32pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	12:00pm	Salzburg Train Station	8h 31m	8:31pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn EuroCity + Deutsche Bahn	2:00pm	Salzburg Train Station	8h 59m	10:59pm	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Salzburg to Essen.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$44 - $154	Average Duration14h 30m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$84 - $190	Average Duration8h 59m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly

Busbud recommends taking the train from Salzburg to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 8 hours 59 minutes and with fares starting at just $84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

8h 59mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest ticket

14kgCO₂ emissions

Train Salzburg to Essen: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$104

Average train trip duration8h 59m

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure6:12am

Distance368 miles (593 km)

Latest train departure8:00pm

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $84

Train and bus companies in DE:Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn, OBB Eurocity

Salzburg to Essen Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salzburg and Essen?

Stops in Salzburg

A - Hbf

B - P+R Süd

C - Salzburg Aiglhof

D - Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt

E - Salzburg Gnigl

Stops in Essen

A - HBF

B - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Salzburg to Essen is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Essen, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Salzburg and Essen compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Salzburg to Essen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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