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Trip Summary
24 trains operate daily from Essen to Svitavy. The train trip from Essen to Svitavy is usually about 14 hours and 37 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 12 hours and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 431 mi (693 km) |
| Fastest train | 12h 22m |
| Lowest price | £43.55 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Svitavy?
2 train services operate from Essen to Svitavy. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 14 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 11 | 14h 56m | £60.29 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 14 | 14h 25m | £64.33 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Essen to Svitavy start from £51, and on average cost . Daily there are 14 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Svitavy. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Essen-Dellwig and one other station. And in Svitavy trains arrive at 5. května 322/26 .
From Essen to Svitavy train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 14 hours and 25 minutes. If you are looking to get to Svitavy faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 12 hours and 22 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Essen and Svitavy is approximately 431 miles, or 693 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 14 hours and 37 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 12 hours and 22 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 Svitavy are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Essen at 04:00 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 24 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Main departure station: Essen-Dellwig
There are two stations in Essen where you can board the train to Svitavy.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen-Dellwig
Essen-Dellwig Ost
Where is the train station in Svitavy?
Main arrival station: 5. května 322/26
Svitavy has one train station.
Train stations in Svitavy:
5. května 322/26
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