- Must visit
Museum Folkwang
One of Germany’s leading art museums, known for major collections of 19th- to 21st-century painting, photography, and design.
Cheapest price
$193
Average price
$193
Fastest journey
7 h 7 m
Average duration
7 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Beauvais to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Beauvais to Essen will cost around $193 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $193.
Of the 1 trains that leave Beauvais for Essen on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 415 km distance in an average of 7 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 7 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 7 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Beauvais to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $217.
Distance: 257 miles (415 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$190 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest | $363 Average price | $96 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 31m Average total duration 12h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Beauvais to Essen:
A bus is $125 (€102) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Beauvais to Essen costing on average $190 (€156).
A bus is $298 (€244) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Beauvais to Essen costing on average $363 (€297).
Other travel options to Essen take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 8m.
Bus takes on average 12h 1m.
Tickets start at around $190 (€156) compared to roughly $96 (€79) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-94.05 (€-76.95). The journey takes 7h 8m versus 5h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Beauvais to Essen trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:39 PM Beauvais | 6h36 | 8:15 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:38 PM Beauvais | 7h37 | 10:15 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Beauvais to Essen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $167 (€137) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:41, the last at 07:56. The fastest train covers the 257 miles (415 km) distance in 7h 7m.
Distance 257 miles (415 km) |
Average train duration 7h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $167 (€137) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 7m |
First train 7:41 AM |
Last train 7:56 AM |
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One of Germany’s leading art museums, known for major collections of 19th- to 21st-century painting, photography, and design.
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A major design museum displaying award-winning contemporary product and industrial design inside the Zollverein complex.
Large open area around the Zollverein complex with striking industrial scenery, walking paths, and some of Essen’s most photographed views.
A major leisure area around a reservoir on the Ruhr, popular for walking, cycling, lakeside views, and social-media-friendly sunsets.
Charming historic quarter with half-timbered buildings, cobbled streets, and a relaxed small-town feel within Essen.
Sliced grilled sausage with curry ketchup and fries, a beloved Ruhr area fast-food classic found across Essen.
A traditional Westphalian beef stew seasoned generously with pepper and onions, long associated with the wider region around Essen.
A hearty Rhineland dish of mashed potatoes and applesauce, often served with black pudding; common in western German home cooking.
Refined dining in Schloss Hugenpoet, offering upscale cuisine in a historic manor-house atmosphere south of central Essen.
Well-known fine-dining restaurant in Essen with modern creative cuisine and an elegant, intimate atmosphere.
Long-established restaurant and beer garden popular for German and regional dishes in a relaxed, green setting.
Moderate by German standards. Budget eats are reasonable, while hotels and sit-down dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in taxis. Little or no tip is fine for counter service.
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