The average train between Essen and Maribor takes 15h 16m and the fastest train takes 12h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Maribor. 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 Maribor. The earliest departure is at 4:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Maribor at 3:26 PM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 15h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Maribor? 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 Maribor. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Maribor station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 16m.
Essen to Maribor train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Maribor train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Maribor station.
Book your Essen to Maribor train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), ÖBB Intercity and 8 other operators.
The distance between Essen and Maribor is 831.9 km. The road distance is 1,227 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Maribor via München Hbf, Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, Salzburg Hbf, Villach Hbf, and Graz Hbf in around 13h 35m.