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Trip Summary
60 trains operate daily from Essen to Eisenach. The train trip from Essen to Eisenach is usually about 4 hours and 59 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest DB Intercity train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 38 minutes.
| Distance | 147 mi (236 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 38m |
| Lowest price | $57.08 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 5 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Eisenach?
There are 5 train lines with service from Essen to Eisenach. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 20 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 3h 38m | $86.46 |
| DB Intercity-Express | 23 | 4h 58m | $151.59 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 20 | 5h 24m | $125.18 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 20 | 4h 49m | $82.02 |
| Non-federally owned railway company | 4 | 4h 22m | $68.05 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Essen to Eisenach start from $57, and on average cost . Daily there are 20 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Eisenach. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Train Station . And in Eisenach trains arrive at Train Station and 3 other train stations.
From Essen to Eisenach train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 49 minutes. If you are looking to get to Eisenach faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 38 minutes.
Non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Essen to Eisenach start from $68, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Non-federally owned railway company schedules to Eisenach. Non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Train Station . And in Eisenach trains arrive at Train Station and 3 other train stations.
From Essen to Eisenach train travel on Non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 22 minutes. If you are looking to get to Eisenach faster, Non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 38 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Essen and Eisenach is approximately 147 miles, or 236 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 59 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 38 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 from Essen to Eisenach are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Essen at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 60 scheduled trains on most days. 2 of these are direct connections to Eisenach. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Eisenach to Essen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Image credit: wwwuppertal
Link to image attributionMain departure station: Train Station
Essen Hauptbahnhof is the central railway station in Essen in Western Germany. The station has been rebuilt numerous times due to damage from the Second World War and other structural issues, and now over 400 trains serve the station daily. In addition, long-distance Deutsche Bahn ICE trains run regularly to destinations including Berlin, Cologne, Stuttgart, and Vienna. Regional trains travel cities such as Aachen, Dusseldorf, Wuppertal, and Munster. Inside the station are a variety of shops, restaurants and bakeries, banks, a pharmacy, ticket offices, and information desks. The station is in the center of Essen, so there are hotels, restaurants, and attractions a short walk away.
All train stations in Essen:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Eisenach?
Main arrival station: Train Station
There are more train stations and stops in Eisenach than most cities. Most trains from Essen will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Eisenach:
Train stations in Eisenach:
Train Station
Eisenach West
Eisenach Opelwerke Hp
Hörschel Hp
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