The average train between Essen and Sterzing takes 10h 14m and the fastest train takes 9h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Sterzing. 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 4 times a day between Essen and Sterzing. 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 Sterzing at 10:56 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 10h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Sterzing? 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 Sterzing. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Sterzing station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 14m.
Essen to Sterzing train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Sterzing train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brennero - Brenner station.
Book your Essen to Sterzing train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Trenitalia.
The distance between Essen and Sterzing is 600 km. The road distance is 875 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Vipiteno Val Vizze/Sterzing Pfitsch via München Hbf and Brennero - Brenner in around 9h 38m.