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Essen to Lisbon Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Essen to Lisbon?
There are usually 13 daily bus trips available from Essen to Lisbon.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$257.33 | Avg. Price$248.99 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips13 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration1d 15h 58m | Duration1d 22h 26m |
Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Essen to Lisbon. The train trip from Essen to Lisbon is usually about 47 hours and 46 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest FlixTrain train can get you there in as little as 41 hours and 14 minutes.
| Distance | 1176 mi (1892 km) |
| Fastest train | 41h 14m |
| Lowest price | $82.85 |
| Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Lisbon?
FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Essen to Lisbon. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | 2 | 1d 23h 47m | $201.94 |
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 2 daily trips to Lisbon from Essen. The train usually departs from Essen Hbf in Essen and arrives at Lisbon (Airport) in Lisbon after about 47 hours and 47 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Essen to Lisbon
The distance between Essen and Lisbon is approximately 1176 miles, or 1892 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 47 hours and 46 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 41 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 Lisbon are the most crowded on Tuesday. 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 1:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Essen twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, 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 Hbf
There is one train station in Essen.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen Hbf
Where is the train station in Lisbon?
Main arrival station: Lisbon (Airport)
There are more train stations and stops in Lisbon than most cities. Most trains from Essen will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Lisbon:
All train stations in Lisbon:
Lisbon (Airport)
Estação do Oriente
Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
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