Essen to Switzerland Trains

Essen to Switzerland trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Switzerland takes 6h 14m and the fastest train takes 6h 7m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Essen to Switzerland. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 14m

Duration

659 km

Distance

CHF 144

Average price

6 times a week

Frequency

Essen to Switzerland train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Essen and Switzerland. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 4:00 PM which arrives into Switzerland at 10:07 PM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 6h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

6:00 AM → 12:07 PM
6h 7m • 2 changes
8:00 AM → 2:07 PM
6h 7m • 2 changes
10:00 AM → 4:30 PM
6h 30m • 2 changes
12:00 PM → 6:07 PM
6h 7m • 2 changes
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