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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: Augsburg
    Departure location: Augsburg central train station
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: InterCity + Regional-Express
    InterCity + Regional-Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: Augsburg
    Departure location: Augsburg central train station
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: Augsburg
    Departure location: Augsburg central train station
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: Augsburg
    Departure location: Augsburg central train station
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: Augsburg
    Departure location: Augsburg central train station
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Essen
    Destination location: Essen Central Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Augsburg to Essen

Bus
Average priceUS$46 - US$59Average duration9h 55m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$49 - US$114Average duration5h 54m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$58 - US$62Average duration6h
20kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Augsburg to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just US$58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
6hAverage duration
US$58Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Train Augsburg to Essen: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$84
Average train trip duration5h 54m
Number of daily trains9
Earliest train departure06:04
Distance274 miles
Latest train departure20:01

Augsburg to Essen Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Augsburg - Essen

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Augsburg to Essen cost?

    The average train ticket price from Augsburg to Essen is US$84. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Augsburg to Essen 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from Augsburg to Essen?

    A train trip between Augsburg and Essen is around 5h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 39m. This is the time it takes to travel the 274 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Augsburg and Essen?

    The number of trains from Augsburg to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Augsburg to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Augsburg to Essen?

    When taking the train from Augsburg to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Augsburg to Essen?

    Trains travelling between Augsburg and Essen leave from Augsburg central train station or P+R Platz Oberhausen Nord Bushaltestelle and arrive at HBF, Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Augsburg to Essen was searched and found on 14 Jul 2025 with a price of US$120

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Augsburg to Essen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$120 to US$211 for a train ticket from Augsburg to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$120, which is on 2025-07-14.

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Essen, 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.

By choosing the train between Augsburg and Essen, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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.

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.

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