Essen to Paris train
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Fastest train times from Essen to Paris
Fastest Journey
4 h 55 m
Average
4 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
440 km
It's difficult to get from Essen to Paris without transferring at least once.
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Overview: Train from Essen to Paris
 | Distance | 273 miles (440 km) |
 | Average train duration | 4 h 25 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $149 (€134) |
 | Train frequency | 2 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | Thalys, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn |
Trains from Essen to Paris cover the 273 miles (440 km) long trip taking on average 4 h 25 min with our travel partners like Thalys, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Deutsche Bahn. Normally, there are 2 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $81 (€73), but the average price of train tickets is $149 (€134). Travelers depart most frequently from Essen Hbf and arrive in Paris Gare de Lyon.
Train providers: Thalys and Deutsche Bahn from Essen to Paris trains
You can travel by train from Essen to Paris with Thalys and Deutsche Bahn for as low as $81 (€73). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.
Thalys is a French-Belgian high-speed train company that connects the main capital cities. For your next train to Paris from Essen with Thalys, you can choose from these different ticket fares: Standard Mini, Standard, Comfort and Premium.
Book your Thalys Essen to Paris train with Omio and enjoy a smooth and relaxing journey! Check Thalys up-to-date train schedules for the ideal departure and arrival times, compare the fastest Essen to Paris routes as well as the amenities offered in the class fare you choose and buy the most affordable Thalys train tickets online that fit your budget. The distance between Essen and Paris is 273 miles (440 km), and the best price for a one-way Essen - Paris Thalys train ticket starts at $139 (€124) if you book in advance. If you would rather search for your Thalys ticket in the Omio app, you can quickly see if it's a mobile ticket so that you can go paperless when traveling by train. Waiting in a line at the train station to purchase your train ticket will become yesterday's news. So, book your train tickets online quickly and easily and enjoy your trip with Thalys!
Essen to Paris train information with Thalys:
- Average Duration: 4 h 25 min
- Average Price: $139
- Thalys frequency: 2 a day
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, which you can also use for your train between Essen and Paris. 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 bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.
- Average Price: $81
Travel Tips: Trains from Essen to Paris
Travel between Essen, Germany and Paris, France by train is: Unrestricted.
What is the status of international entry into France from Germany?
International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Do I need to self-quarantine on arrival in France from Essen?
Conditions of entry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Paris, France?
When traveling in France, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:
- Physical distance requirement: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
- Face mask requirement: Recommended
The information above was last checked on 11/6/22. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Paris from Essen before traveling.
Return travel from France to Germany is: Unrestricted.
Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Essen from Paris?
Entry into Germany is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of France
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Paris?
Requirements for reentering:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Essen, Germany?
The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask requirement: Mandatory
Last checked on 11/6/22. Please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations closer to the travel date of your train to Essen from Paris.
Some of the Essen train stations to Paris you can start your journey from include Essen Hbf, Essen-Eiberg and Essen-Altenessen. Similarly, some of the arrival train stations in Paris include Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Gare du Nord and Paris Gare de l'Est.
When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Essen Hbf and arriving in Paris Gare de Lyon.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Essen Hbf, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city center, and they get off the train at Paris Gare de Lyon, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city center.
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