The average train between Essen and Kufstein takes 8h 43m and the fastest train takes 6h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Kufstein. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Essen and Kufstein. The earliest departure is at 4:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Kufstein at 8:34 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Kufstein. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Kufstein station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.
Essen to Kufstein train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Kufstein train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Kufstein station.
Book your Essen to Kufstein train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Transdev GmbH.
The distance between Essen and Kufstein is 569 km. The road distance is 755 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Kufstein via München Hbf in around 6h 52m.