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Trip Summary
There are 100 daily trains from Passau to Essen. Traveling by train from Passau to Essen usually takes around 9 hours and 46 minutes, but the fastest DB Intercity-Express train can make the trip in 6 hours and 24 minutes.
| Distance | 348 mi (560 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 24m |
| Lowest price | €87.90 |
| Trains per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Passau to Essen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Passau to Essen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 70 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 4 | 7h 12m | €51.02 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 70 | 9h 25m | €75.48 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 26 | 12h 23m | €154.69 |
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 Passau to Essen start from €35, and on average cost . Daily there are 26 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Essen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Passau leaves from Neustift(B) and one other station. And in Essen trains arrive at Essen-Dellwig and 9 other train stations.
From Passau to Essen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 12 hours and 23 minutes. If you are looking to get to Essen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 24 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Passau and Essen is approximately 348 miles, or 560 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 46 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 24 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Passau to Essen on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Passau at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 100 scheduled trains on most days. 4 of these are direct connections to Essen. 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 Essen to Passau.
City Information
Passau
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Image credit: Pixabay
Passau is a German city in Lower Bavaria, located at the confluence of three rivers: the Danube, Inn, and Ilk. Known as the Three Rivers City, Passau is a popular college town with many students attending the University of Passau.
One of Passau's most famous attractions is the Veste Oberhaus, an ancient fortress dating back to the 13th century. The impressive Gothic structure today includes a museum and, due to its hilltop location, excellent views of Passau's rivers and city. St. Stephen's Cathedral, a magnificent Baroque cathedral, is also worth a stop. However, if you simply want to enjoy a stroll around the city, the square in front of the cathedral is an excellent starting place to encounter some of Passau's most beautiful architecture.
Passau is located right on Germany's border with Austria, so the city is very easy to reach from Austrian cities like Linz or Salzburg. Travel options include intercity coach service with FlixBus and Union Ivkoni or train service with Deutsche Bahn. Trains to Passau arrive at the station directly downtown, so taking the train is especially convenient.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Passau?
Main departure station: Neustift(B)
There are two stations in Passau where you can board the train to Essen.
All train stations in Passau:
Neustift(B)
Train Station
Where is the train station in Essen?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival 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 centre of Essen, so there are hotels, restaurants, and attractions a short walk away.
Train stations in Essen:
Train Station
Kettwig
Kettwig Stausee
Essen-Werden
Essen-Eiberg
Essen-Kupferdreh
Essen-Holthausen
Essen-Horst
Essen-Dellwig
Essen-Dellwig Ost
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