The average train between Straubing and Essen takes 7h 37m and the fastest train takes 6h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Straubing 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 Straubing and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Straubing is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Essen at 11:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuernberg Hbf and take an average of 7h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Straubing 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 Straubing to Essen. However, there are services departing from Straubing station and arriving at Essen station via Nuernberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.
Straubing to Essen train services, operated by agilis, depart from Straubing station.
Straubing to Essen train services, operated by agilis, arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Straubing to Essen train tickets online with agilis and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Straubing and Essen is 488.6 km. The road distance is 624 km.
You can take a train from Straubing to Essen Hbf via Nuernberg Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Frankfurt in around 6h 19m.