Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Munich Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Munich Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
| Munich Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Munich Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Munich Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Munich to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, 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 16 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the value for money. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at $21
Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $21. The average price for this train route is around $87. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Munich to Essen?
The average train ride duration from Munich to Essen is 5h 51m, covering a distance of 305 miles (492 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 2m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Munich to Essen route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Munich to Essen?
The earliest train departs from Munich to Essen at 6:09am. And the latest train departs at 11:38pm.
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 Mar 27, 2026 with a price of $67To 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 $67 to $277 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 $67 which is on 2026-03-27.
