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Trip Summary
There are usually 37 daily train trips available from Fischen to Essen. Traveling by train from Fischen to Essen usually takes 7 hours and 19 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 5 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 312 mi (503 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 50m |
| Lowest price | $59.35 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Fischen to Essen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Fischen to Essen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 32 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 7h 42m | $103.67 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 32 | 7h 21m | $117.23 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 5 | 7h 9m | $128.54 |
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.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Fischen to Essen start from $96, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Essen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Fischen leaves from Langenwang(Schwab) and one other station. And in Essen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Fischen to Essen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 9 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 5 hours and 50 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Fischen and Essen is approximately 312 miles, or 503 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 19 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 50 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.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Fischen to Essen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Fischen at 4:00am 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 37 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Fischen to Essen. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Essen to Fischen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Fischen?
Main departure station: Langenwang(Schwab)
There are two stations in Fischen where you can board the train to Essen.
All train stations in Fischen:
Langenwang(Schwab)
Bahnhofstraße 3
Where is the train station in Essen?
Image credit: wwwuppertal
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 center of Essen, so there are hotels, restaurants, and attractions a short walk away.
All train stations in Essen:
Train Station
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