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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Munich
Cheapest price on Oct 08
€145
Average ticket price on Oct 08
€162
Fastest journey on Oct 08
5 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Oct 08
6 h 4 m
Trains on Oct 08
6
Distance
493 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Munich will cost around €162 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €145.
It's difficult to get from Essen to Munich without transferring at least once.
S9 · IC 2042 · ICE 2013 · ICE 5179:20 AM7h09Essen Hbf4:29 PMMunich Hbf€1451One-way3 transfers- 26711 · ICE 7879:13 AM6h37Essen Hbf3:50 PMMunich Hbf€1491One-way1 transfer
- S6 · ICE 9158:08 AM5h32Essen Hbf1:40 PMMunich Hbf€1691One-way1 transfer
- S6 · ICE 6239:28 AM5h44Essen Hbf3:12 PMMunich Hbf€1691One-way1 transfer
- 28074 · ICE 6218:39 AM5h33Essen Hbf2:12 PMMunich Hbf€1691One-way1 transfer
- S6 · ICE 9158:08 AM5h32Essen Hbf1:40 PMMunich Hbf€1691One-way1 transfer
- 28074 · ICE 6218:39 AM5h33Essen Hbf2:12 PMMunich Hbf€1691One-way1 transfer
- S6 · ICE 6239:28 AM5h44Essen Hbf3:12 PMMunich Hbf€1691One-way1 transfer
- 26711 · ICE 7879:13 AM6h37Essen Hbf3:50 PMMunich Hbf€1491One-way1 transfer
- 26709 · ICE 845 · ICE 11858:13 AM6h52Essen Hbf3:05 PMMunich Hbf€1731One-way2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to Munich
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Trains from Essen to Munich run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 493 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 493 km |
Average train duration 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Essen to Munich train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Munich trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S6 · ICE 915 | On time 8:08 AM Essen Hbf | 5h32 | 1:40 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26709 · ICE 845 · ICE 1185 | On time 8:13 AM Essen Hbf | 6h52 | 3:05 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 28074 · ICE 621 | On time 8:39 AM Essen Hbf | 5h33 | 2:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26711 · ICE 787 | On time 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 | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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.
FAQs: Trains from Essen to Munich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Munich 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Essen to Munich
Most Essen to Munich trains use the Essen Hbf to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München-Pasing. Use this guide to compare Essen and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Essen station do trains to Munich leave from?
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 Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus from Essen city centre
Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus train station facilities and services
Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus. ATMs are available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus: The station has basic accessibility features.
Which Munich station do trains from Essen arrive at?
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.
Getting to München-Pasing from Munich city centre
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing train station facilities and services
München-Pasing 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: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost train station facilities and services
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
Most popular train connections from Essen
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