Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 01

Cheapest price on Sep 01

$124

Average ticket price on Sep 01

$201

Fastest journey on Sep 01

5 h 23 m

Average journey duration on Sep 01

5 h 58 m

Trains on Sep 01

12

Distance

438 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est will cost around $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $124.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est without transferring at least once.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 119 · ICE 71+TGVTGV 9574
    7:52 AM6h13
    Essen Hbf
    2:05 PMParis Gare de l'Est
    $1241One-way
    2 transfers
  • Regional89714+Eurostar9450
    10:32 AM5h37
    Essen Hbf
    4:09 PMParis Gare du Nord
    $1541One-way
    1 transfer
  • Regional-Express10122+Regional26414+Eurostar9450
    10:46 AM5h23
    Essen Hbf
    4:09 PMParis Gare du Nord
    $1541One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn26844 · ICE 827 · ICE 9558
    1:09 AM8h41
    Essen Hbf
    9:50 AMParis Gare de l'Est
    $1681One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn89724 · ICE 1013 · ICE 75+TGVTGV 9570
    3:32 PM6h41
    Essen Hbf
    10:13 PMParis Gare de l'Est
    $1681One-way
    3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $74 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $74, while a train costs an average of $164.

Distance: 272 miles (438 km)

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Driving

$164

Average price

$74

Average price

Cheapest

$126

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 27m

Average total duration

9h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 11m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Deutsche Bahn

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est is a bus with an average price of $74 (€60).

This is compared to other travel options from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est:

A bus is $90 (€72) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est costing on average $164 (€132).

A bus is $608 (€492) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est costing on average $682 (€551).

The fastest way to travel from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 33m.

Other travel options to Paris Gare de l'Est take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 37m.

Bus takes on average 9h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Essen Hbf and Paris Gare de l'Est including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 34m sooner (5h 37m by train vs 6h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $164 (€132) compared to roughly $126 (€102) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Eurostar.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est train times

The table below shows live departures for Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn26844 · ICE 827 · ICE 9558
On time
1:09 AM Essen Hbf
8h41
9:50 AM Paris Gare de l'Est
2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn10110 · 17410 · ICE 915 · ICE 71
On time
7:46 AM Essen Hbf
6h19
2:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est
4 transfers
Deutsche Bahn26704 · S8 · 17410 · ICE 915
On time
7:47 AM Essen Hbf
6h18
2:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est
5 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 119 · ICE 71+TGVTGV 9574
On time
7:52 AM Essen Hbf
6h13
2:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est
2 transfers
Regional89714+Eurostar945010:32 AM Essen Hbf
5h37
4:09 PM Paris Gare du Nord1 transfer
Regional-Express10122+Regional26414+Eurostar945010:46 AM Essen Hbf
5h23
4:09 PM Paris Gare du Nord2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 919 · ICE 73 · ICE 9572
On time
11:41 AM Essen Hbf
6h35
6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est
2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn10126 · 17418 · ICE 919 · ICE 73
On time
11:46 AM Essen Hbf
6h30
6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est
4 transfers
Deutsche Bahn26712 · S8 · 17418 · ICE 919
On time
11:47 AM Essen Hbf
6h29
6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est
5 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1011+TGVTGV 9560
On time
1:41 PM Essen Hbf
7h01
8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn89724 · ICE 1013 · ICE 75+TGVTGV 9570
On time
3:32 PM Essen Hbf
6h41
10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est
3 transfers
Deutsche Bahn10142 · 17426 · ICE 1013 · ICE 75
On time
3:46 PM Essen Hbf
6h27
10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est
4 transfers

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Deutsche Bahn as well as TGV or Eurostar offer trains services from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est.
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of TGV or Eurostar to find the best option for your trip from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline, Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of TGV or Eurostar to find the best option for your trip from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est

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Trains from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€70) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 272 miles (438 km) distance in 4h 55m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $31 (€25)
Distance
272 miles (438 km)
Average train duration
5h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
$87 (€70)
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
4h 55m
First train
4:36 AM
Last train
10:52 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
21 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $31 (€25)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, Eurostar from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, Eurostar trains will get you between Essen Hbf and Paris Gare de l'Est from $31 (€25). 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
5h 22m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
$87 (€70)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
3 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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone

TGV

About
TGV is a high-speed train company based in France. It operates a fleet of modern trains that can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each train type provides different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. Ticket options include Standard, Flexi, and Prem’s. Onboard facilities feature a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. Popular TGV routes include Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TGV Duration
5h 14m
Cheapest TGV Price
$87 (€70)
TGV frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions and ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals and bar service, at-seat dining in first class
Seat reservation
Included in first class, optional fee in second class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Eurostar

About
Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Eurostar Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest Eurostar Price
$179 (€145)
Eurostar frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paris Gare de l'Est, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $87 (€70), while the average price is around $164 (€132).
The train from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est takes 4h 55m and runs 4 per day.
The first train from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est leaves at 4:36 AM.
The distance by train from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est is 272 miles (438 km).
The last train from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est leaves at 10:52 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est. This service operates 0 times per day, provided by Eurostar.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est.
The cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est is by bus, with a cost of around $31 (€25).
The train journey from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est passes through scenic regions, including the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes of the German countryside and parts of the scenic French countryside as you approach Paris. While not as renowned for dramatic vistas as some other European routes, it offers pleasant and varied scenery.
A day trip from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 55m each way. Trains run 3 times per day over a distance of 272 miles (438 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est.
Since both Essen Hbf and Paris Gare de l'Est are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Paris Gare de l'Est include Reims, Troyes, Épernay, Brussels, Chalons-en-Champagne.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
France uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most transactions, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small vendors, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est

Most Essen Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est trains use the Essen Hbf to Paris Gare du Nord station pair. Use this guide to compare Essen Hbf and Paris Gare de l'Est train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Essen
Arrival train stations in Paris
Essen HbfEssen Hbf, Am Hauptbahnhof 5, 45127 EssenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre

BusNe12, Ne11, Ne2, Ne1, 196, 166, 155, 154, 146, 145 · 5m · every ~50 min
Tram109, 108, 107, 105, 103, 101 · 2m · every ~46 min

Essen Hbf train station facilities and services

Essen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.

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