What is the Essen to Innsbruck train price?

The lowest price available on this route is £38.17. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

How far in advance can I book my Essen to Innsbruck train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 6 months before the travel date.

How long does the train take from Essen to Innsbruck?

The fastest journey by train is 7 hours and 3 minutes.

Essen to Innsbruck by train

Q: How far is it from Essen to Innsbruck by train?

The train journey between Essen and Innsbruck covers 564 kilometres.

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Overview: trains from Essen to Innsbruck

Find the key information for travelling by train from Essen to Innsbruck, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:24 View journey

Last train 23:01 View journey

Avg changes 1

Fastest journey 7hr 3m View journey

Distance (km) 564

Trains / day 27 View all

Cheapest journey £38.17 View journey

Avg journey time 9hr 57m

Train operators 36

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Train cost between Essen and Innsbruck

Average fares along this route:

The cheapest ticket price: £38.17
Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:
Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)
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Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively
Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)
Select a non-flexible fare
Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares
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Train times for travel from Essen to Innsbruck

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 00:24 and the last departure is 23:01. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:51 and the last train leaves at 23:00. On average, a total of 27 trains make this journey each day.

Train duration for trips from Essen to Innsbruck

The swiftest journey time on this route is 7 hours and 3 minutes, crossing a total distance of 564 kilometres.

When do tickets between Essen and Innsbruck go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Essen and Innsbruck 6 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Learn more about train travel from Essen to Innsbruck

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Innsbruck city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Essen to Innsbruck

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