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Essen to Szczecin Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Essen to Szczecin?
There are usually 5 daily bus trips available from Essen to Szczecin.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$78.05 | Avg. Price$96.91 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips5 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration11h 42m | Duration10h 34m |
Trip Summary
3 trains operate daily from Essen to Szczecin. The train trip from Essen to Szczecin is usually about 10 hours and 43 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest FlixTrain train can get you there in as little as 9 hours and 53 minutes.
| Distance | 345 mi (556 km) |
| Fastest train | 9h 53m |
| Lowest price | $44.65 |
| Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Szczecin?
FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Essen to Szczecin. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | 3 | 10h 43m | $78.65 |
Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles. FlixTrain operates 3 daily trips to Szczecin from Essen. The train usually departs from Essen Hbf in Essen and arrives at Central Bus Station in Szczecin after about 10 hours and 43 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Essen to Szczecin
The distance between Essen and Szczecin is approximately 345 miles, or 556 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 43 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 53 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 Szczecin are the most crowded on Monday. 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 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00am. 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 3 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 Szczecin to Essen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Main departure station: Essen Hbf
There are two stations in Essen where you can board the train to Szczecin.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen Hbf
Train Station
Where is the train station in Szczecin?
Main arrival station: Central Bus Station
Szczecin receives travelers from Essen at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Szczecin:
Central Bus Station
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