Venice to Essen by train
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Overview: trains from Venice to Essen
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Travelling from Venice to Essen by train
Want to know how to get from Venice to Essen by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Venice to Essen take around 12 hours and 28 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 774 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Venice is scheduled to depart at around 05:34. The last departure is usually at around 22:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Venice at around 05:26, with the last train leaving at around 21:17. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 9 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 31 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$283.90.
We think any time is a great time to visit Essen, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Essen.
Is there a direct train from Venice to Essen?
The journey between Venice and Essen usually involves changes of train.
We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.
How long does it take to travel from Venice to Essen?
The Venice to Essen train travel takes about 12 hours and 28 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Venice to Essen train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Essen leaving Venice at around 05:34 and the last train leaving at around 22:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Venice at around 05:26, with the final departure at 21:17.
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