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Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€122
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€136
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 54 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h
Trains on Sep 19
12
Distance
509 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Esslingen am Neckar to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Esslingen am Neckar to Paris will cost around €136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €122.
It's difficult to get from Esslingen am Neckar to Paris without transferring at least once.
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S1 · 4208 · 19010 · ICE 9584Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Esslingen am Neckar to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €56 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, while a flight costs an average of €434.
Distance: 316 miles (509 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
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€127 Average price | €434 Average price | €56 Average price Cheapest | €147 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 3m Average total duration 9h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Esslingen am Neckar to Paris:
A bus is €71 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Esslingen am Neckar to Paris costing on average €127.
A bus is €378 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Esslingen am Neckar to Paris costing on average €434.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 46m.
Bus takes on average 9h 33m.
The journey is about 3h 16m faster (3h 46m by train vs 7h 2m by car) and roughly €20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€127 vs €147). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Esslingen am Neckar to Paris trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:20 PM Esslingen am Neckar | 3h56 | 4:16 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Esslingen am Neckar | 4h27 | 6:42 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
S1+ TGV 9576 | On time 8:30 AM Oberesslingen | 4h05 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
S1+ TGV 9576 | On time 8:35 AM Esslingen-Mettingen | 4h00 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
19122+ TGV 9576 | On time 8:41 AM Esslingen (Neckar) station | 3h54 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
S1 · 19010 · ICE 9584 | 9:45 AM Oberesslingen | 4h22 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
S1 · 19010 · ICE 9584 | 9:50 AM Esslingen-Mettingen | 4h17 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
S1 · 4208 · 19010 · ICE 9584 | 9:54 AM Esslingen-Mettingen | 4h13 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
S1 · 4208 · 19010 · ICE 9584 | 10:00 AM Oberesslingen | 4h07 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1010 · ICE 9590 | On time 10:10 AM Esslingen (Neckar) station | 4h41 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
4208 · 19010 · ICE 9584 | 10:13 AM Esslingen (Neckar) station | 3h54 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
S1 · ICE 568 · ICE 9590 | 10:30 AM Oberesslingen | 4h21 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
S1 · ICE 568 · ICE 9590 | 10:35 AM Esslingen-Mettingen | 4h16 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
19130 · 19674 · ICE 9590 | 10:40 AM Esslingen (Neckar) station | 4h11 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Esslingen am Neckar to Paris run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €49 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 316 miles (509 km) distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 316 miles (509 km) |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €49 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 7:07 PM |
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The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, and more in a magnificent former railway station on the Seine.
Rich collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works in the restored Orangerie, including Monet's immersive Water Lilies.
Grand avenue linking Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe, famous for ceremonial views, shops, and city energy.
Historic hilltop district of artists, stairways, village lanes, and major viewpoints, offering a distinctive Paris atmosphere.
Seine island at the city's historic heart, ideal for walking between Notre-Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, and old Paris streets.
Classic Parisian ham and cheese sandwich baked or grilled with béchamel. A staple of French brasseries and cafés.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red Burgundy wine with onions, mushrooms, and bacon. A beloved traditional French comfort dish.
Snails baked with garlic, parsley, and butter. A historic French delicacy strongly associated with classic Paris dining.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Alain Ducasse at Plaza Athénée, known for haute cuisine and luxurious contemporary presentation.
Historic Left Bank café serving classic French dishes in an elegant Art Nouveau setting popular with locals and visitors.
Elegant seafood institution near Gare Montparnasse, celebrated for oysters, shellfish platters, and polished brasserie service.
Paris is pricier than many European cities, with higher hotel, dining, and attraction costs, though transit is good value.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are often rounded up; cafés may get small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Esslingen am Neckar to Paris 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Esslingen am Neckar to Paris trains use the Esslingen (Neckar) to Paris Gare de l'Est station pair. Use this guide to compare Esslingen am Neckar and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Esslingen (Neckar) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Weiler Hof, Posthörnle, Multi Pizza Service, Brauhaus Schwanen
Wi-Fi is available at Esslingen (Neckar). ATMs are available at Esslingen (Neckar).
Ticket office support is available at Esslingen (Neckar). Information desks are available at Esslingen (Neckar).
Luggage storage is available at Esslingen (Neckar). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Esslingen (Neckar): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Esslingen (Neckar): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Esslingen (Neckar).
Esslingen-Mettingen is 2 km from Esslingen am Neckar city centre. Public transport options include:
Esslingen-Mettingen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Kaiserpalast, Cafe Mocca, La Conchiglia, Betriebsrestaurant
Wi-Fi is available at Esslingen-Mettingen. ATMs are available at Esslingen-Mettingen.
Ticket office support is available at Esslingen-Mettingen. Information desks are available at Esslingen-Mettingen.
Luggage storage is available at Esslingen-Mettingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Esslingen-Mettingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Esslingen-Mettingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Esslingen-Mettingen.
Oberesslingen is 1 km from Esslingen am Neckar city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberesslingen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zum Froschkönig, Iglu, Ziegelhof, Kohinoor
Wi-Fi is available at Oberesslingen. ATMs are available at Oberesslingen.
Ticket office support is available at Oberesslingen. Information desks are available at Oberesslingen.
Luggage storage is available at Oberesslingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oberesslingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oberesslingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberesslingen.
Paris Gare de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est, La Consigne, Starbucks, Factory & Co, La Place, McDonald's, Mon Chou, Go Johnny Go, Maison Pradier, PAUL, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
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