The average train between Essen and Mainau takes 6h 54m and the fastest train takes 6h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Mainau. 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 3 times a day between Essen and Mainau. 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 Mainau at 9:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Baden-Baden and take an average of 6h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 27m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Essen to Mainau? 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 Mainau. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Allensbach Bahnhof station via Baden-Baden station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.
Essen to Mainau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Mainau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Allensbach Bahnhof station.
The distance between Essen and Mainau is 445.8 km. The road distance is 568 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Konstanz-Wollmatingen via Baden-Baden and Allensbach in around 7h 7m.