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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Essen Central Train Station | Altenburg | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Essen Central Train Station | Altenburg | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Essen Central Train Station | Altenburg | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Essen Central Train Station | Altenburg | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Essen Central Train Station | Altenburg | No tags |
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Get from Essen to Altenburg
The journey takes about 6 hours 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just $144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Essen to Altenburg: Trip Overview
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Essen to Altenburg Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Altenburg
How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Altenburg cost?
The average train ticket price from Essen to Altenburg is $224. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Altenburg 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 trip from Essen to Altenburg?
A train trip between Essen and Altenburg is around 6h 28m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 14m. This is the time it takes to travel the 382 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Essen and Altenburg?
The number of trains from Essen to Altenburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Altenburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Essen and Altenburg is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Altenburg.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Altenburg, 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.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Essen and Altenburg, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Create your real-life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your train ride from Essen to Altenburg.
Did you know?
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.
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.
Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.
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