Essen to Salzburg train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Essen to Salzburg by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Essen to Salzburg take around 6 hours and 58 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 594 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Essen is scheduled to depart at around  00:04. The last departure is usually at around 23:47 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Essen at around 00:22, with the last train leaving at around 23:59. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 58 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 8 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €50.31.

We think any time is a great time to visit Salzburg, 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 Salzburg.

Is there a direct train from Essen to Salzburg?

The journey between Essen and Salzburg usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Essen to Salzburg every weekday 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 at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Essen to Salzburg?

The Essen to Salzburg train travel takes about 6 hours and 58 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Essen to Salzburg train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Salzburg leaving Essen at around 00:04 and the last train leaving at around 23:47 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Essen at around 00:22, with the final departure at 23:59.