The average train between Czechia and Essen takes 10h 19m and the fastest train takes 8h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Czechia 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 3 times a day between Czechia and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Czechia is at 4:31 PM which arrives into Essen at 9:27 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 10h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Czechia 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 Czechia to Essen. However, there are services departing from Czechia station and arriving at Essen station via Berlin-Spandau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 19m.
Czechia to Essen train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.
Czechia to Essen train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Czechia to Essen train tickets online with České dráhy (ČD) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Czechia and Essen is 617.3 km. The road distance is 864 km.
You can take a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Essen Hbf via S Spandau Bhf in around 8h 38m.