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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€122
Fastest journey on Sep 17
5 h 21 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
5 h 30 m
Trains on Sep 17
63
Distance
492 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf will cost around €122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
It's difficult to get from Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf without transferring at least once.
S9 · ICE 657 · ICE 10818:20 PM9h49Essen Hbf6:09 AMMunich Hbf€181One-way2 transfers- S6 · ICE 61910:18 PM7h45Essen Hbf6:03 AMMunich Hbf€181One-way1 transfer
- S6 · IC 60403 · ICE 69910:18 PM9h09Essen Hbf7:27 AMMunich Hbf€351One-way2 transfers
- S6 · ICE 9158:08 AM5h32Essen Hbf1:40 PMMunich Hbf€621One-way1 transfer
- 26839 · ICE 1541 · 16303 · ICE 150111:52 PM9h49Essen Hbf9:41 AMMunich Hbf€621One-way3 transfers
- 28072 · ICE 9136:19 AM5h21Essen Hbf11:40 AMMunich Hbf€1531One-way1 transfer
- S6 · ICE 9158:08 AM5h32Essen Hbf1:40 PMMunich Hbf€621One-way1 transfer
- S6 · ICE 9158:08 AM5h32Essen Hbf1:40 PMMunich Hbf€1531One-way1 transfer
- S6 · ICE 91912:08 PM5h32Essen Hbf5:40 PMMunich Hbf€1331One-way1 transfer
- 28074 · ICE 6218:39 AM5h33Essen Hbf2:12 PMMunich Hbf€1531One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €53 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €53, while a flight costs an average of €348.
Distance: 492 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€95 Average price | €53 Average price Cheapest | €348 Average price | €92 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 53m Average total duration 12h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf:
A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf costing on average €73.
A bus is €53 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf costing on average €106.
Other travel options to Munich Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 34m.
Bus takes on average 12h 23m.
Live departures
Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2 · ICE 523 | 3:53 AM Essen Hbf | 6h19 | 10:12 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 23 · ICE 711 · ICE 591 | On time 4:28 AM Essen Hbf | 6h47 | 11:15 AM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 63620 · ICE 23 · ICE 711 · ICE 591 | On time 4:41 AM Essen Hbf | 6h34 | 11:15 AM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| S1 · ICE 541 · 26703 · ICE 783 | 4:56 AM Essen Hbf | 6h54 | 11:50 AM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| S9 · IC 2348 · ICE 513 | On time 5:20 AM Essen Hbf | 7h09 | 12:29 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · ICE 525 | 5:28 AM Essen Hbf | 5h44 | 11:12 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26705 · ICE 583 | 6:13 AM Essen Hbf | 6h39 | 12:52 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 28072 · ICE 913 | On time 6:19 AM Essen Hbf | 5h21 | 11:40 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 25 · ICE 915 | On time 6:28 AM Essen Hbf | 7h12 | 1:40 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · ICE 527 | 6:28 AM Essen Hbf | 5h44 | 12:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26707 · ICE 785 | 7:13 AM Essen Hbf | 6h37 | 1:50 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · IC 2040 · ICE 515 | On time 7:20 AM Essen Hbf | 7h09 | 2:29 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · ICE 529 | 7:28 AM Essen Hbf | 5h44 | 1:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 915 | On time 8:08 AM Essen Hbf | 5h32 | 1:40 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 915 | On time 8:08 AM Essen Hbf | 5h32 | 1:40 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26709 · ICE 845 · ICE 1185 | 8:13 AM Essen Hbf | 6h52 | 3:05 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · ICE 621 | On time 8:28 AM Essen Hbf | 5h44 | 2:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 27 · ICE 225 | On time 8:28 AM Essen Hbf | 7h12 | 3:40 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 28074 · ICE 621 | On time 8:39 AM Essen Hbf | 5h33 | 2:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 28074 · ICE 27 · ICE 225 | On time 8:39 AM Essen Hbf | 7h01 | 3:40 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 26711 · ICE 787 | 9:13 AM Essen Hbf | 6h37 | 3:50 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · IC 2042 · ICE 2013 · ICE 517 | On time 9:20 AM Essen Hbf | 7h09 | 4:29 PM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| S6 · ICE 623 | On time 9:28 AM Essen Hbf | 5h44 | 3:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 28078 · ICE 105 · ICE 595 | On time 9:39 AM Essen Hbf | 5h35 | 3:14 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 89873 · IC 2155 · ICE 587 · ICE 509 | On time 9:40 AM Essen Hbf | 7h29 | 5:09 PM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| S6 · ICE 225 | On time 9:48 AM Essen Hbf | 5h52 | 3:40 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 63606 · ICE 225 | On time 10:04 AM Essen Hbf | 5h36 | 3:40 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 625 | On time 10:08 AM Essen Hbf | 6h05 | 4:13 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 30298 · 17413 · ICE 625 | On time 10:12 AM Essen Hbf | 6h01 | 4:13 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S9 · ICE 517 | On time 10:20 AM Essen Hbf | 6h09 | 4:29 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 1521 · ICE 517 | On time 10:28 AM Essen Hbf | 6h01 | 4:29 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · ICE 29 · ICE 919 | On time 10:28 AM Essen Hbf | 7h12 | 5:40 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 26715 · ICE 789 | 11:13 AM Essen Hbf | 6h36 | 5:49 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · IC 2044 · ICE 519 | On time 11:20 AM Essen Hbf | 7h09 | 6:29 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · ICE 627 | On time 11:28 AM Essen Hbf | 5h45 | 5:13 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 28076 · ICE 107 · ICE 597 | On time 11:39 AM Essen Hbf | 5h37 | 5:16 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · ICE 919 | On time 12:08 PM Essen Hbf | 5h32 | 5:40 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26717 · ICE 589 | On time 12:13 PM Essen Hbf | 6h35 | 6:48 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 629 | On time 12:28 PM Essen Hbf | 5h44 | 6:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 229 · ICE 1011 | On time 12:28 PM Essen Hbf | 7h14 | 7:42 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 28080 · ICE 629 | On time 12:39 PM Essen Hbf | 5h33 | 6:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 28080 · ICE 229 · ICE 1011 | On time 12:39 PM Essen Hbf | 7h03 | 7:42 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 26719 · ICE 881 | On time 1:13 PM Essen Hbf | 6h37 | 7:50 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · IC 2046 · ICE 611 | 1:20 PM Essen Hbf | 7h12 | 8:32 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · ICE 721 | 1:28 PM Essen Hbf | 5h44 | 7:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 1011 | On time 2:08 PM Essen Hbf | 5h34 | 7:42 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26721 · ICE 681 | 2:13 PM Essen Hbf | 6h37 | 8:50 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 723 | On time 2:28 PM Essen Hbf | 5h45 | 8:13 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 927 · ICE 1013 | On time 2:28 PM Essen Hbf | 7h19 | 9:47 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 26723 · ICE 883 | On time 3:13 PM Essen Hbf | 6h37 | 9:50 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · IC 2048 · ICE 613 | 3:20 PM Essen Hbf | 7h09 | 10:29 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · ICE 201 · ICE 691 | On time 3:28 PM Essen Hbf | 5h47 | 9:15 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · ICE 725 | On time 3:28 PM Essen Hbf | 5h48 | 9:16 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 1013 | On time 4:08 PM Essen Hbf | 5h39 | 9:47 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 929 · ICE 1015 | On time 4:28 PM Essen Hbf | 7h13 | 11:41 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · ICE 727 | On time 4:28 PM Essen Hbf | 5h48 | 10:16 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26727 · ICE 885 | 5:13 PM Essen Hbf | 6h37 | 11:50 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · IC 2440 · ICE 615 | 5:20 PM Essen Hbf | 7h19 | 12:39 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · ICE 729 | 5:28 PM Essen Hbf | 5h47 | 11:15 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 657 · ICE 1081 | 8:20 PM Essen Hbf | 9h49 | 6:09 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · IC 60403 · ICE 699 | 10:18 PM Essen Hbf | 9h09 | 7:27 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · ICE 619 | 10:18 PM Essen Hbf | 7h45 | 6:03 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26839 · ICE 1541 · 16303 · ICE 1501 | 11:52 PM Essen Hbf | 9h49 | 9:41 AM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf
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Trains from Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf run on average 19 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:06, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 492 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 492 km |
Average train duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 4h 50m |
First train 1:06 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Essen Hbf and Munich Hbf from €25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Munich Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf
Most Essen Hbf to Munich Hbf trains use the Essen Hbf to München Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Essen Hbf and Munich Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf train station facilities and services
Essen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Most popular trains to and from Munich Hbf and Essen Hbf
Most popular train connections to Munich Hbf
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