Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Passau Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Passau Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Passau Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Passau Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Passau Hbf | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Passau
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Passau. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just £43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Passau by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Passau?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Passau start from £96. The average price for this train route is around £124. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Passau?
The average train journey time from Essen to Passau is 6h 50m, covering a distance of 348 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 26m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Passau route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Passau?
The earliest train from Essen to Passau departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 18:00.
Which is the best train operator from Essen to Passau?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Passau?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Essen to Passau?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Passau?
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 Essen to Passau was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £138To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Passau as early as possible.
