The average train between Essen and Sanremo takes 19h 1m and the fastest train takes 14h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Sanremo. 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 3 times a day between Essen and Sanremo. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 4:00 PM which arrives into Sanremo at 2:40 PM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 19h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Sanremo? 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 Sanremo. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Sanremo station via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 1m.
Essen to Sanremo train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Sanremo train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Sanremo station.
The distance between Essen and Sanremo is 851.4 km. The road distance is 1,169 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Sanremo via Basel SBB, Lugano, and Milano Centrale in around 14h 56m.