The average train between Pilsen and Essen takes 10h 26m and the fastest train takes 8h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Pilsen 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 every 4 hours between Pilsen and Essen. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pilsen is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Essen at 3:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Schwandorf and take an average of 10h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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9h 9m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Pilsen 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 Pilsen to Essen. However, there are services departing from Pilsen station and arriving at Essen station via Schwandorf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 26m.
Pilsen to Essen train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi station.
Pilsen to Essen train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Pilsen to Essen train tickets online with ÖBB EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Pilsen and Essen is 487.6 km. The road distance is 725 km.
You can take a train from Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi to Essen Hbf via Schwandorf and Nürnberg Hbf in around 9h 18m.