The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Essen Hbf
Cheapest price
$244
Average price
$244
Fastest journey
10 h 46 m
Average duration
10 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
914 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille Saint-Charles to Essen Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille Saint-Charles to Essen Hbf will cost around $244 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $244.
Of the 1 trains that leave Marseille Saint-Charles for Essen Hbf on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 914 km distance in an average of 10 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 46 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 10 h 46 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille Saint-Charles to Essen Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille Saint-Charles to Essen Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, and a flight costs an average of €81.
Distance: 567 miles (914 km)
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€185 Average price | €84 Average price Cheapest | €186 Average price |
10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 33m Average total duration 19h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Marseille Saint-Charles to Essen Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille Saint-Charles to Essen Hbf trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:03 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 8h27 | 10:30 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 6:12 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 10h46 | 4:58 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille Saint-Charles to Essen Hbf
Trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Essen Hbf run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $126 (€102) but you can travel from only $62 (€51) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 06:12. The fastest train covers the 567 miles (914 km) distance in 9h 50m.
Distance 567 miles (914 km) |
Average train duration 10h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $126 (€102) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 9h 50m |
First train 06:12 |
Last train 06:12 |
Train companies: TGV, TGV INOUI from Marseille Saint-Charles to Essen Hbf trainsTGV, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Marseille Saint-Charles and Essen Hbf from $62 (€51). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Essen Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille Saint-Charles to Essen Hbf 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 Essen Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Marseille Saint-Charles to Essen Hbf
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- The lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
- Caffe San Carlo
- DAKAO
- Espressamente Illy
- EXKi
- McDonald's
- Monop'Daily
- Starbucks
- Casa Di Pasta
- Chatime
- PAUL
- Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650.
- Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles
- Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles
- Hotel Les Bords De Me
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
- Bus lines: 521, 52, 56, 82S, 533, 582, 33, 34, 49, 50, 51
- Metro lines: M1, M2
- Train lines: TGV, iDTGV, OUIGO, TGV Lyria, Eurostar, Thalys
- 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
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
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