Trains tickets from Zurich to Essen

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Compare 2 ways to go from Zurich to Essen

Average PriceUS$57 - US$237Average Duration22h 55m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$32 - US$101Average Duration7h
20kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Zurich to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 7 hours, and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day
7hAverage Duration
US$32Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Zurich - Essen

  1. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Zurich to Essen?

    Trains travelling between Zurich and Essen leave from Sihlquai - Limmatstraße or Zürich Airport and arrive at HBF, Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit.

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 Zurich 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.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Essen you take, 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 Zurich and Essen, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Zurich to Essen while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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.

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.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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Train from Essen to Zurich

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