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Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Essen Central Train Station | Ingolstadt Central Train Station | Cheapest | |||||
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Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Essen Central Train Station | Ingolstadt Central Train Station | No tags | |||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Ingolstadt
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Ingolstadt. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Essen to Ingolstadt: Trip Overview
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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 US$72
Essen to Ingolstadt Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Ingolstadt
How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Ingolstadt cost?
The average train ticket price from Essen to Ingolstadt is US$117. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Ingolstadt 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 Essen to Ingolstadt?
A train trip between Essen and Ingolstadt is around 6h 7m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 37m. This is the time it takes to travel the 434 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Essen and Ingolstadt?
The number of trains from Essen to Ingolstadt can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Ingolstadt by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Essen to Ingolstadt?
When taking the train from Essen to Ingolstadt, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Ingolstadt was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$119To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Ingolstadt as early as possible.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Essen and Ingolstadt is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Ingolstadt.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Ingolstadt, 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 Essen and Ingolstadt, 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 Essen to Ingolstadt while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
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.
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
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