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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Essen to Augsburg. The train trip from Essen to Augsburg is usually about 12 hours and 38 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest FlixTrain train can get you there in as little as 11 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 274 mi (442 km) |
| Fastest train | 11h 40m |
| Lowest price | $28.39 |
| Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Augsburg?
FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Essen to Augsburg. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | 1 | 12h 38m | $47.76 |
Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles. FlixTrain operates 1 daily trips to Augsburg from Essen. The train usually departs from Essen Hbf in Essen and arrives at Biberbachstraße in Augsburg after about 12 hours and 38 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Essen and Augsburg is approximately 274 miles, or 442 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 12 hours and 38 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 11 hours and 40 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Essen to Augsburg tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Essen at 7:00am and arrives in Augsburg around 11 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Augsburg to Essen.
City Information
Augsburg
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Augsburg, located in the south of Germany in Bavaria, is the oldest city in the state and the second oldest in the country. Although Augsburg is not as popular as destinations like Munich or Stuttgart, this city shaped the history of Germany through its wealth, culture, and architecture and offers a breadth of experiences to wow even the most discerning traveler.
Augsburg boasts the unique title of having the world's oldest public housing settlement still in use. Founded by one of the richest men in the world at the time, Jacob Fugger, this housing complex has stood for over 500 years, providing housing for impoverished Catholics. The Fuggerei, as it is called, still houses people in need and the annual rent is equal to what one Rhenish guilder was worth in 1516: less than one euro. The enclave also welcomes visitors to learn more about Augsburg's history of community living at an on-site museum.
Augsburg hosts various festivals throughout the year, so there is always something happening in this small city. From the Mozart Festival to the Folk Festival to the celebration of youth culture, you can always rely on the celebration, great food, and parades in and around Augsburg.
There are several easy ways to travel to this charming town. Regular trains from Munich Airport provide easy international access to the city. The Hauptbahnhof, or train station, also welcomes frequent regional, national, and international trains run by Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain. Intercity bus carriers run many routes to Augsburg, with the most trip options available on FlixBus.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Main departure station: Essen Hbf
There is one train station in Essen.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen Hbf
Where is the train station in Augsburg?
Main arrival station: Biberbachstraße
Augsburg's main bus station is at Biberbachstraße. The small stop is on the north side of town, with a visible Eurolines ticket office and many bus bays. In addition, Flixbus, OneBus, and many German regional services stop here en route to destinations like Sofia, Paris, and Budapest, plus German cities such as Saarbrucken and Frankfurt. Besides ticket booths and seating, the station has few amenities. Still, there is a B&B, and a short ten-minute walk away will bring you to plenty of restaurants, a NORMA supermarket, and McDonald's, plus smaller light railway stations with separate connections.
Train stations in Augsburg:
Biberbachstraße
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