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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Brig takes 8h 22m and the fastest train takes 7h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Brig. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 22m
Duration
779 km
Distance
CHF 181
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Basel SBBtrain train 43
  2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Brigtrain train Ic6 / ...
7h 50m
CHF 114–430

Essen to Brig train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Essen and Brig. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Brig at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 779.3 km
  • Duration: 8h 22m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Brig, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Brig via Basel SBB in around 7h 50m.

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