The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Essen
Cheapest price
$177
Average price
$258
Fastest journey
9 h 27 m
Average duration
9 h 54 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
542 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Essen will cost around $258 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $177.
To travel from Prague to Essen you need to make at least 2 changes.
EC 378 · Bus 10378 · ICE 2548 · ICE 542
EC 378 · Bus 10378 · ICE 2548 · ICE 542
EC 176 · Bus 10176 · ICE 1558 · IC 2036
EC 174 · Bus 10174 · ICE 1556 · IC 2034
EX 356+
ag 63068+
ICE 620
EX 358+
ag 63066+
ICE 624
EX 356+
ag 63068+
ICE 620
EC 176 · Bus 10176 · ICE 1558 · IC 2036
EC 174 · Bus 10174 · ICE 1556 · IC 2034
EC 174 · EC 10174 · ICE 1556 · IC 2034Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Prague to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $76.
Distance: 542 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$107 Average Price | $60 Average Price Cheapest | $183 Average Price |
9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 45m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Prague to Essen train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 176 · Bus 10176 · ICE 1558 · IC 2036 | On time 7:28 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h07 | 5:35 pm Essen Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 176 · EC 10176 · ICE 1558 · IC 2036 | On time 7:28 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h07 | 5:35 pm Essen Hbf | 4 changes | |
EX 358+ ag 63066+ ICE 624 | On time 8:35 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h27 | 6:02 pm Essen Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 174 · Bus 10174 · ICE 1556 · IC 2034 | On time 9:28 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h07 | 7:35 pm Essen Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 174 · EC 10174 · ICE 1556 · IC 2034 | On time 9:28 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h07 | 7:35 pm Essen Hbf | 4 changes | |
EX 356+ ag 63068+ ICE 620 | On time 10:35 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h40 | 8:15 pm Essen Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 378 · EC 10378 · ICE 2548 · ICE 542 | 11:33 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 11h33 | 11:06 pm Essen Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 378 · Bus 10378 · ICE 2548 · ICE 542 | 11:33 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h46 | 10:19 pm Essen Hbf | 5 changes | |
EC 378 · Bus 10378 · ICE 2548 · ICE 542 | 11:33 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 10h35 | 10:08 pm Essen | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prague to Essen
Distance 542 km |
Average train duration 8h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 9h 7m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet from Prague to Essen trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Prague and Essen from $37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FlixTrain
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
FAQs: Prague to Essen train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Prague and Essen
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Partyzánská street.
- Restaurant Na Kovárně
- Cross Club
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Mama Shelter Prague
- Plaza Alta Hotel
- Hotel Belvedere
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Germany, Austria, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 6, 12, 17
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
- Restaurant Kotleta
- Café Imperial
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Kings Court
- Grand Hotel Bohemia
- Hotel Paris Prague
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line B
- Tram: Lines 3, 5, 14, 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Wilsonova Street.
- Restaurant Fantova Kavárna
- Sushi Time
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Esplanade Prague
- Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag
- Hotel City Central
- Cost CZK 100
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 5, 9, 26
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Haus Wilmes
- Mana Mana
- Karawane
- Webers
- Pizzeria Don Camillo
- Lindos
- Zur Platte
- Arman Döner
- McDreams
- Burger King
- Werner
- Bückmannsmühle
- Muckel-Eis
- Zur Krone
- Hannappel
- Pizzeria Roma
- Horster Döner
- Kettner's Kamota
- Abraham Konditorei & Cafe Werntges seit 1962
- La Piazzetta
- Pia
- Hotel Hohenstein
- Domstuben


