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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Austria takes 11h 24m and the fastest train takes 9h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Austria. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

11h 24m
Duration
1,117 km
Distance
€239
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train via Munich

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  1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to München Hbftrain train 47 / ...
  2. Take the train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain train 90 / ...
  3. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Wien Westbahnhoftrain train Drf / ...
9h 38m
€179–701

Essen to Austria train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Essen and Austria. The earliest departure is at 4:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Austria at 11:33 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 11h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 1,116.9 km
  • Duration: 11h 24m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Austria?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Stephansplatz via München Hbf, Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, Wien Westbahnhof, and Westbahnhof in around 9h 38m.

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