The average train between Essen Hbf and Merano takes 13h 51m and the fastest train takes 11h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen Hbf to Merano. 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 twice daily between Essen Hbf and Merano. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen Hbf is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Merano at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 13h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Essen Hbf to Merano. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Merano station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 51m.
Essen Hbf to Merano train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen Hbf to Merano train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Merano Meran station.
Book your Essen Hbf to Merano train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), ÖBB and 4 other operators.
The distance between Essen Hbf and Merano is 611.4 km. The road distance is 983 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Merano Meran via München Hbf, Kufstein, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 11h 51m.