The average train between Essen and Merano takes 13h 37m and the fastest train takes 10h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Merano. 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 Merano. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Merano at 12:45 PM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 13h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Merano? 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 Merano. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Merano station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 37m.
Essen to Merano train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Merano train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Merano Meran station.
Book your Essen to Merano train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Transdev GmbH and 5 other operators.
The distance between Essen and Merano is 612 km. The road distance is 983 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Merano Meran via München Hbf, Kufstein, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 11h 44m.