Memmingen to Essen train with Deutsche Bahn

Thu, Feb 26
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Memmingen to Essen

Showing times and prices for Feb 27

Cheapest price

€80

Average price

€88

Fastest journey

4 h 50 m

Average duration

4 h 52 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

448 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Memmingen to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Memmingen to Essen will cost around €88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Memmingen to Essen without transferring at least once.

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
11:24AM6h50
Memmingen
06:14PMEssen
€801One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
12:04AM6h54
Memmingen
06:58AMEssen
€901One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
05:54AM5h04
Memmingen
10:58AMEssen
€901One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
06:21AM5h01
Memmingen
11:22AMEssen
€901One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
08:05AM4h53
Memmingen
12:58PMEssen
€901One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Memmingen to Essen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Memmingen to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €38.

Distance: 448 km

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Bus

€85

Average price

€51

Average price

Cheapest

6h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

16h 34m

Average total duration

16h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Memmingen to Essen train times

The table below shows live departures for Memmingen to Essen trains for today, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 7:51 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)8:05 AM Memmingen
4h53
12:58 PM Essen1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)8:32 AM Memmingen
4h50
1:22 PM Essen1 transfer
Friday, February 27
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)12:04 AM Memmingen
6h54
6:58 AM Essen1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)5:54 AM Memmingen
5h04
10:58 AM Essen1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)6:21 AM Memmingen
5h01
11:22 AM Essen1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Memmingen to Essen

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Trains from Memmingen to Essen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €32 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 01:09, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 448 km distance in 6h 32m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €32
Distance
448 km
Average train duration
6h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
€38
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
6h 32m
First train
01:09
Last train
23:09
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €32

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Memmingen to Essen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Memmingen and Essen from €32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 32m
Cheapest Price
€38
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

FAQs: Trains from Memmingen to Essen

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Memmingen to Essen 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 Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Memmingen to Essen can start from as little as €38 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Memmingen to Essen is €85; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Memmingen to Essen is 6h 32m to travel the 448 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Memmingen to Essen leaves at 1:09 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Memmingen to Essen leaves at 11:09 PM.
There are 9 trains a day from Memmingen to Essen which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Memmingen to Essen, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Essen. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Memmingen and Essen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Essen from Memmingen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 32m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Memmingen to Essen is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Memmingen and Essen including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Memmingen to Essen

Memmingen
Essen
The major train station for departures in Memmingen is Memmingen Bahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Memmingen Bahnhof for your trip from Memmingen to Essen.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Memmingen, Bahnhofstr. 3, 87700 Memmingen
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 06:30 - 18:30
  • Tuesday: 07:00 - 18:30
  • Wednesday: 07:00 - 18:30
  • Thursday: 07:00 - 18:30
  • Friday: 07:00 - 18:30
  • Saturday: 07:45 - 14:15
  • Sunday: 10:45 - 16:15

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