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Next departures from Essen to Munich on 18 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	14:00	Essen Central Train Station	5h 12m	19:12	Munich Hbf
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	18:00	Essen Central Train Station	5h 13m	23:13	Munich Hbf
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	18:15	Essen Central Train Station	5h 11m	23:26	Munich Hbf
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	19:02	Essen Central Train Station	5h 24m	00:26	Munich Hbf
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	23:00	Essen Central Train Station	7h 3m	06:03	Munich Hbf

Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Munich

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 568, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

13h 50mAverage duration

490 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 568 - R 4 088	Average duration13h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 588 - R 5 075	Average duration6h 37m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Munich?

Essen

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HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Munich

A
ZOB Hackerbrücke
ZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany
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B
Munich Airport
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München Hauptbahnhof
Munich Central Station, Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 München, Germany
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München-Moosach
Moosach, 80992 München, Germany
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München Donnersbergerbrücke
Donnersbergerbrücke, 80339 München, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/514 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi3.1

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi2.5

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Swiss Federal Railways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Munich by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Essen to Munich?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Munich start from R 588. The average price for this train route is around R 2 660. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Munich?
The average train journey time from Essen to Munich is 6h 37m, covering a distance of 492 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 4m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Munich route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 46 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Munich?
The earliest train from Essen to Munich departs at 06:13. And the latest train departs at 22:20.
Which is the best train operator from Essen to Munich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Munich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Essen to Munich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Munich?
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.