Prague to Essen train
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Train schedule Prague to Essen
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Fastest train times from Prague to Essen
Fastest Journey
9 h 35 m
Average
12 h 48 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
542 km
Of the 7 trains that leave Prague for Essen every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Prague to Essen
 | Distance | 336 miles (542 km) |
 | Average train duration | 9 h 29 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £36 (€40) |
 | Train frequency | 1 a day |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train providers | FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn with connection, Deutsche Bahn or Czech Railways (ČD) |
Trains from Prague to Essen cover the 336 miles (542 km) long trip taking on average 9 h 29 min with our travel partners like FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn with connection, Deutsche Bahn or Czech Railways (ČD). Normally, there is 1 train operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around £36, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £20. Travellers depart most frequently from Prague, Praha, Zličín and arrive in Essen Hbf.
Train companies: České dráhy and Deutsche Bahn trains Prague to Essen
Travel from Prague to Essen from £20 with Omio’s train partners České dráhy and Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main operator of train services in Germany, making on average 40, 000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train between Prague and Essen. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.
- Average Price: £31
Czech Railway is the major railway operator in the Czech Republic where you can find Second class and First Class tickets for your next train between Prague and Essen.
Looking for trains to Essen from Prague? České dráhy is one of the best companies to travel with on the 336 miles (542 km) trip to Essen from Prague. As an official travel partner of České dráhy, Omio quickly shows you the latest České dráhy train timetables, tickets and offers (such as luggage policy and amenities provided onboard), travel information, and prices so that you can check for ideal departure and arrival times, compare the fastest Prague to Essen routes, find the best amenities to make your trip smooth and easy, and buy the most affordable České dráhy train tickets that fit your budget. If you use the Omio app to search for trains from Prague to Essen, you can quickly see if the České dráhy ticket is a mobile ticket, making it easy for you to go paperless when taking a train. Once you’re ready, book your Prague - Essen train now on Omio quickly and easily and enjoy your upcoming trip with České dráhy!
Prague to Essen train information with České dráhy:
- Average Duration: 26 h 10 min
- České dráhy frequency: 1 a day
Travel Tips: Trains from Prague to Essen
Travel between Prague, Czechia and Essen, Germany by train is: Fully open.
What is the status of international entry into Germany from Czechia?
International entry status: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Czech Republic
Do I need to self-quarantine on arrival in Germany from Prague?
Conditions of entry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Essen, Germany?
When travelling in Germany, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:
- Physical distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask requirement: Mandatory
The information above was last checked on 01/07/2022. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Essen from Prague before travelling.
The restriction level for your return train to Prague, Czechia from Essen is: Fully open.
Is my return train into Prague from Essen restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Czechia from Essen?
Conditions of reentry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Prague, Czechia?
The government of Czechia has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Social distancing required: metre (s) ( feet)
- Face mask required: Mandatory
Last checked on 25/06/2022. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Prague from Essen closer to your date of departure here.
When taking the train to Essen from Prague, you can choose to depart from train stations like Prague, Praha, Zličín and Prague. Your trip can end in train stations such as Essen Hbf, Essen-Eiberg and Essen-Altenessen.
Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from Prague, Praha, Zličín and arrive in Essen Hbf.
You can find the most popular departure train station for this journey, Prague, Praha, Zličín, located approximately 8.7 miles (14.1 km) from the city centre of Prague. The most popular arrival train station in Essen, called Essen Hbf, is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from its city centre.
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