The average train between Essen and Lienz takes 12h and the fastest train takes 10h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Lienz. 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 2 hours between Essen and Lienz. The earliest departure is at 4:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Lienz at 12:16 PM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 12h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Lienz? 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 Lienz. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Lienz station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.
Essen to Lienz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Lienz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Lienz In Osttirol station.
Book your Essen to Lienz train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), ÖBB Intercity and 5 other operators.
The distance between Essen and Lienz is 662.9 km. The road distance is 1,022 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Lienz In Osttirol via München Hbf, Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, Salzburg Hbf, and Spittal-Millstaetter See in around 11h 6m.