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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Munich Hbf | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Munich Hbf | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Munich Hbf | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Munich Hbf | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Munich Hbf |
Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Munich
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 6 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Munich?
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Munich
- A
ZOB Hackerbrücke
ZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany - C
München Hauptbahnhof
Munich Central Station, Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 München, Germany - D
München-Moosach
Moosach, 80992 München, Germany - E
München Donnersbergerbrücke
Donnersbergerbrücke, 80339 München, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Munich by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $23. The average price for this train route is around $128. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Munich?
The average train ride duration from Essen to Munich is 6h 1m, covering a distance of 305 miles (492 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 4m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Essen to Munich route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 36 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Essen to Munich?
The earliest train departs from Essen to Munich at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:00pm.
What 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 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Munich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Essen to Munich?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Munich?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Munich was searched and found on Jul 29, 2026 with a price of $89To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Munich, as early as possible.
