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Trip Summary
There are usually 19 daily train trips available from Essen to Erbach an der Donau. Traveling by train from Essen to Erbach an der Donau usually takes 5 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 4 hours and 14 minutes.
| Distance | 251 mi (404 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 14m |
| Lowest price | $25.53 |
| Most frequent service | DB Intercity-Express |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Essen to Erbach an der Donau
- DB Intercity-Express tickets: $82 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: $26 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: $62 one-way
Which train should you take from Essen to Erbach an der Donau?
There are 3 train lines with service from Essen to Erbach an der Donau. DB Intercity-Express is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 9 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 9 | 4h 49m | $110.13 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 7 | 6h 33m | $81.82 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 5 | 5h 53m | $85.35 |
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 Erbach an der Donau start from $62, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erbach an der Donau. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Train Station . And in Erbach an der Donau trains arrive at Erbach(Württ) .
From Essen to Erbach an der Donau train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 53 minutes. If you are looking to get to Erbach an der Donau faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 14 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Essen and Erbach an der Donau is approximately 251 miles, or 404 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 27 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 14 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 Erbach an der Donau are the most crowded on Friday. 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 Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Essen at 3:00am 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 19 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.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Erbach an der Donau 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 Erbach an der Donau?
Main arrival station: Erbach(Württ)
Erbach an der Donau has one train station.
All train stations in Erbach an der Donau:
Erbach(Württ)
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