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The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Paris

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

$210

Average price

$275

Fastest journey

4 h 56 m

Average duration

5 h 20 m

Trains per day

16

Distance

440 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Essen to Paris will cost around $275 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $210.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Essen to Paris without transferring at least once.

PKP Intercity2013+Regionalbahn10323+Deutsche Bahn41+PKP Intercity536
10:14AM6h24
Essen Hbf
04:38PMParis Gare du Nord
$2101One-way
4 transfers
Deutsche Bahn3 · 26816 · 314+Eurostar9458
11:59AM5h36
Essen West station
05:35PMParis Gare du Nord
$2331One-way
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 105+TGVTGV 9552
10:00AM6h52
Essen Hbf
04:52PMParis Gare de l'Est
$2361One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn3 · 26816 · 314+Eurostar9358
11:59AM5h36
Essen West station
05:35PMParis Gare du Nord
$2531One-way
3 transfers
Deutsche Bahn26812 · 16+Eurostar9446
10:09AM5h29
Essen Hbf
03:38PMParis Gare du Nord
$2761One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Essen to Paris

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €130.

Distance: 273 miles (440 km)

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€182

Average price

€44

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Cheapest

€258

Average price

5h 34m

Average total duration

5h 4m

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30m

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9h 10m

Average total duration

8h 40m

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5h 41m

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2h 41m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

1.3 - 2.6kg

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Live departures

Essen to Paris train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, July 11
Last updated at 12:28 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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deutsche_bahn26810+eurostar-direct94387:09 AM Essen Hbf
4h56
12:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord1 transfer
deutsche_bahn1+intercity2005+eurostar-direct94387:09 AM Essen West station
4h56
12:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord2 transfers
regional-express10208+deutsche_bahn28511+eurostar-direct94387:21 AM Essen Hbf
4h44
12:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord2 transfers
deutsche_bahn1+intercity2009+eurostar-direct94509:09 AM Essen West station
4h56
2:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord2 transfers
deutsche_bahn26814+eurostar-direct94509:09 AM Essen Hbf
4h56
2:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord1 transfer
regional-express10212+deutsche_bahn28515+eurostar-direct94509:21 AM Essen Hbf
4h44
2:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 107 · ICE 9572
On time
10:00 AM Essen Hbf
6h05
4:05 PM Paris Gare de l'Est
1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Essen to Paris?

The best time to book your train from Essen to Paris is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Essen to Paris route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Essen to Paris per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Essen to Paris.

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IconSmooth and relaxed journey
IconIt went quickly and we were not late
IconEverything was very clean and you could sit comfortably
Cons
IconThe wifi only works partially
IconThe board bistro only had a small, limited selection
IconThe socket at our place did not work
Travelling by Eurostar from Essen to Paris was a pleasant experience overall. However, there were some aspects that could be improved. Let's start with the positive aspects. The comfort during the journey was extremely satisfactory. The seats were comfortable and the interior of the train exuded a pleasant atmosphere. The staff on board were extremely helpful and friendly. The service was prompt and courteous. Which definitely contributed to a positive overall impression. The cleanliness of the WC was commendable, although it was a little cramped. Nevertheless, hygiene was clearly a concern of the staff, which enhanced the travelling experience. The fact that the train was on time also contributed significantly to keeping the overall journey time short and efficient. Unfortunately, there were also some negative points. The power socket did not work. In addition, the wifi was only available to a limited extent, which restricted the ability to communicate or work during the journey. Another weak point was the catering on board. There is definitely room for improvement here. The choice was limited and the quality of the food left a lot to be desired. Despite these shortcomings, the price-performance ratio can be rated as very good overall. The affordable fare compared to other modes of transport and the quality of travel on offer make the Eurostar an attractive option for travellers. To summarise, the Eurostar journey from Essen to Paris was generally positive. With some improvement in the area of amenities, particularly power sockets and wifi, as well as a review of the catering, the train journey could become a first-class option for travellers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Essen to Paris

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Trains from Essen to Paris run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $131 (€105) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
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
273 miles (440 km)
Average train duration
5h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
$131 (€105)
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
4h 25m
First train
00:36
Last train
23:00
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 providers: Deutsche Bahn, TGV and Eurostar from Essen to Paris trains

Deutsche Bahn, TGV and Eurostar trains will get you to Paris from Essen from $112 (€90). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider 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. 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.

Essen to Paris train information with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 59 min
  • Cheapest Price: $116

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Popular train stations from Essen to Paris

Essen
Paris
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 Paris.
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LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
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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
Dining
  • Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
  • Kiepenkerl
  • Cafe Extrablatt
  • Tacos
Hotel
Hotel
  • Ambassador
  • Gästearpartment Dahl
  • WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
  • Motel One
The major train station for arrivals in Paris is Paris Gare du Nord. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paris Gare du Nord for your journey to Paris from Essen.
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LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
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AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
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Distance to city center
3 km
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Number of platforms
36
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
Dining
Dining
  • Terminus Nord
  • Chez Casimir
  • Brasserie Terminus Nord
  • McDonald’s
  • Bonne Journeé
  • Autogrill Grignotin
  • Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
WC
WC
  • €0.70
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Whistler
  • Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
  • Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
  • Le Matissia
  • OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 1200 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
  • Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
  • Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
  • Hall 4: leading to RER platform
Public transit options for Paris Gare du Nord
  • Metro: Line 4, Line 5
  • RER: Line B, Line D
  • Bus: Several lines available

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