The average train between Essen and Bregenz takes 8h 40m and the fastest train takes 7h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Bregenz. 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 Essen and Bregenz. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Bregenz at 9:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and take an average of 8h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 15m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Essen to Bregenz? 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 Bregenz. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof station via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station and Ulm Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.
Essen to Bregenz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Bregenz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof station.
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The distance between Essen and Bregenz is 481.9 km. The road distance is 592 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Bregenz Hafen via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, Ulm Hauptbahnhof, and Lindau-Reutin in around 7h 6m.