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The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Lachen
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£165
Average price
£165
Fastest journey
6 h 43 m
Average duration
6 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
493 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Lachen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Lachen will cost around £165 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £165.
Fast trains
To travel from Essen to Lachen you need to make at least 3 changes.
10:008h12
Essen18:12Lachen Sz
£1651One-way
3 changes
12:006h57
Essen18:57Lachen Sz
£1651One-way
3 changes
13:007h12
Essen20:12Lachen Sz
£1651One-way
3 changes
14:146h43
Essen20:57Lachen Sz
£1651One-way
3 changes
16:146h43
Essen22:57Lachen Sz
£1651One-way
3 changes
14:146h43
Essen20:57Lachen Sz
£1651One-way
3 changes
16:146h43
Essen22:57Lachen Sz
£1651One-way
3 changes
10:006h57
Essen16:57Lachen Sz
£1831One-way
4 changes
12:006h57
Essen18:57Lachen Sz
£1651One-way
3 changes
13:007h12
Essen20:12Lachen Sz
£1651One-way
3 changes
Live departures
Essen to Lachen train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 21:05
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 Essen | 6h57 | 16:57 Lachen Sz | 4 changes | |
| 10:00 Essen | 8h12 | 18:12 Lachen Sz | 3 changes | |
| 12:00 Essen | 6h57 | 18:57 Lachen Sz | 3 changes | |
| 13:00 Essen | 7h12 | 20:12 Lachen Sz | 3 changes | |
| 14:14 Essen | 6h43 | 20:57 Lachen Sz | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to Lachen
Germany
Switzerland
Trains from Essen to Lachen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £166 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 493 km |
Average train duration 7h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £166 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 43m |
First train 06:14 |
Last train 21:01 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Essen to Lachen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Essen and Lachen from £166. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 43m
Cheapest Price
£165
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Essen to Lachen train
FAQs: Travel by train from Essen to Lachen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Essen to Lachen.
The train distance from Essen to Lachen is 493 km.
Booking trains from Essen to Lachen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Essen to Lachen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £166, while the average price tends to be around £168.
The train journey from Essen to Lachen covers a distance of 493 km and takes approximately 6h 43m. Trains run 7 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Essen to Lachen is by train, costing approximately £166.
The first train from Essen to Lachen leaves at 6:14.
The last train from Essen to Lachen departs at 21:01.
The train station in Essen that goes to Lachen is Essen Hbf, and it arrives at Lachen station.
Trains from Essen to Lachen run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Essen to Lachen.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Essen to Lachen.
There is no night train service from Essen to Lachen.
To travel from Essen to Lachen, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Lachen
Essen
Lachen
The major train station for departures in Essen is Essen Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Essen Hbf for your trip from Essen to Lachen.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
Dining
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
Hotel
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
The major train station for arrivals in Lachen is Lachen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lachen for your journey to Lachen from Essen.
Lachen
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike Parkinginformation
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