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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Munich takes 5h 35m and the fastest train takes 5h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen 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 35m
Duration
662 km
Distance
€130
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Essen to Munich train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Essen and Munich. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Munich at 6:26 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    train train 5h 5m • Direct
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    train train 5h 6m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 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 Wednesday, November 4, 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 5, 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 Friday, November 6, 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 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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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essen to Munich? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 662.1 km
  • Duration: 5h 35m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to München Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €110–240 and the journey takes 5h 4m.

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