The average train between Essen and Munich Airport (MUC) takes 6h 23m and the fastest train takes 5h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Munich Airport (MUC). 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 hourly between Essen and Munich Airport (MUC). The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Munich Airport (MUC) at 7:35 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 6h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

6h 22m • 1 change

5h 59m • 1 change

6h 22m • 1 change

6h 23m • 1 change

6h 22m • 1 change

5h 59m • 1 change

6h 22m • 1 change

6h 23m • 1 change

5h 59m • 1 change

5h 59m • 1 change

5h 59m • 1 change

5h 59m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Essen to Munich Airport (MUC)? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Essen to Munich Airport (MUC). However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Munich Airport (MUC) station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.
Essen to Munich Airport (MUC) train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Munich Airport (MUC) train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at München Hbf station.
Book your Essen to Munich Airport (MUC) train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Essen and Munich Airport (MUC) is 485.5 km. The road distance is 700 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to München Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €120–550 and the journey takes 5h 5m.