The average train between Innsbruck and Essen takes 9h 28m and the fastest train takes 8h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Innsbruck to Essen. 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 twice daily between Innsbruck and Essen. The earliest departure is at 9:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Innsbruck is at 2:16 PM which arrives into Essen at 11:53 PM. All services require a transfer at Kufstein and take an average of 9h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



8h 57m • 3 changes


9h 42m • 3 changes


9h 43m • 3 changes


9h 29m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Innsbruck to Essen? 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 Innsbruck to Essen. However, there are services departing from Innsbruck station and arriving at Essen station via Kufstein. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.
Innsbruck to Essen train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof station.
Innsbruck to Essen train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Innsbruck to Essen train tickets online with ÖBB, Transdev GmbH and 3 other operators.
The distance between Innsbruck and Essen is 563.9 km. The road distance is 822 km.
You can take a train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf via Kufstein, Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, München Hbf, and Köln Messe/Deutz Bf in around 8h 6m.