Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | ZOB Hackerbrücke | HBF | Cheapest | |||||
 | Munich Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | ZOB Hackerbrücke | HBF | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express | Munich Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Munich Hbf | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 20:25 CET.
Compare 3 ways to travel from Munich to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Munich and Essen?
Munich
- AZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany
- BMunich Central Station, Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 München, Germany
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München-Moosach
Moosach, 80992 München, Germany - E
München Donnersbergerbrücke
Donnersbergerbrücke, 80339 München, Germany
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Train Companies
Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at £28
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Munich to Essen by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Munich to Essen cost?
The average train ticket price from Munich to Essen is £95. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Munich 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!
How long is the train trip from Munich to Essen?
A train trip between Munich and Essen is around 6h 28m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 12m. This is the time it takes to travel the 306 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Munich and Essen?
The number of trains from Munich to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Munich to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Munich to Essen?
When taking the train from Munich to Essen, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Munich to Essen?
Trains travelling between Munich and Essen leave from ZOB Hackerbrücke or München Hauptbahnhof and arrive at HBF, Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Munich to Essen was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £63To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Munich to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £63 to £162 for a train ticket from Munich to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £63, which is on 2025-11-22.
