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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Augsburg central train station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Augsburg central train station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Augsburg central train station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Augsburg central train station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Augsburg central train station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Augsburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Augsburg. The journey takes about 5 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just £53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Augsburg?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Augsburg
- A
Augsburg central train station
Bahnhofstraße 29, 86150 Augsburg, Germany - B
P+R Platz Oberhausen Nord Bushaltestelle
Diedorfer Straße 12, 86154 Augsburg, Germany
Train Companies
Based on 13 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the value for money. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at £54
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Augsburg 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 Augsburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Augsburg start from £53. The average price for this train route is around £68. 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 Augsburg?
The average train journey time from Essen to Augsburg is 5h 56m, covering a distance of 274 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 33m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Augsburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Augsburg?
The earliest train from Essen to Augsburg departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 22:23.
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 Augsburg was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of £61To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Augsburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £61 to £173 for a train ticket from Essen to Augsburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £64, which is on 2026-01-15.
