Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | ZOB Hackerbrücke | HBF | Cheapest | |||||
 | Munich Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | ZOB Hackerbrücke | HBF | No tags | |||||
| Munich Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | 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 31 minutes, and with fares starting at just NOK 220, 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
- CMunich 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
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 NOK 220. The average price for this train route is around NOK 1,204. 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 5h 31m 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 11 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Munich to Essen?
The earliest train from Munich to Essen departs at 6:20am. The latest train departs at 11:06pm.
What is the best train operator from Munich to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Munich to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Munich to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Munich to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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 May 17, 2026 with a price of NOK 547To 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 NOK 547 to NOK 2,395 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 NOK 547 which is on 2026-05-17.
