The average train between Passau and Essen takes 7h 42m and the fastest train takes 6h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Passau to Essen. 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 every 4 hours between Passau and Essen. The earliest departure is at 7:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Passau is at 7:37 PM which arrives into Essen at 8:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and take an average of 7h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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6h 28m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Passau to Essen? 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 Passau to Essen. However, there are services departing from Passau Hbf station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.
Passau to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Passau Hbf station.
Passau to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Passau and Essen is 559.7 km. The road distance is 674 km.
You can take a train from Passau Hbf to Essen Hbf via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Frankfurt in around 6h 30m.