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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen Hbf and Munich takes 5h 41m and the fastest train takes 5h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen Hbf to Munich. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 41m
Duration
662 km
Distance
€130
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Essen Hbf to Munich train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Essen Hbf and Munich. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen Hbf is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Munich at 6:03 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 6h 7m • Direct
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    train train 5h 4m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 5h 4m • Direct
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    train train 6h 7m • Direct
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    train train 5h 4m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 6h 7m • Direct
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    train train 5h 4m • Direct
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    train train 5h 5m • Direct
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    train train 5h 6m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 5h 4m • Direct
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    train train 6h 7m • Direct
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    train train 5h 4m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 5h 4m • Direct
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    train train 6h 7m • Direct
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    train train 5h 4m • Direct
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    train train 5h 5m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 5h 4m • Direct
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    train train 6h 7m • Direct
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    train train 5h 4m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 5h 4m • Direct
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    train train 6h 7m • Direct
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    train train 5h 4m • Direct
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    train train 5h 5m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 662.1 km
  • Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Essen Hbf, Germany and Munich, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to München Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €100–230 and the journey takes 5h 4m.

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