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Essen to Thun trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Thun takes 7h 13m and the fastest train takes 6h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Thun. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 13m
Duration
707 km
Distance
CHF 159
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Basel SBBtrain train 43
  2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Thuntrain train Ic6 / ...
6h 39m
CHF 107–359

Essen to Thun train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Essen and Thun. 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 Thun at 6:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 706.9 km
  • Duration: 7h 13m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Thun, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Thun via Basel SBB in around 6h 39m.

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