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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Chiasso takes 9h 42m and the fastest train takes 8h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Chiasso. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 42m
Duration
847 km
Distance
CHF 174
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Essen to Chiasso train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Essen and Chiasso. 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 Chiasso at 8:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 9h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Trenord16h 40m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essen to Chiasso? 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.

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  • Distance: 846.7 km
  • Duration: 9h 42m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Chiasso via Basel SBB and Bellinzona in around 9h 6m.

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