- Must visit
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
$110
Average price
$206
Fastest journey
4 h 36 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oberhausen to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oberhausen to Paris will cost around $206 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
Of the 4 trains that leave Oberhausen for Paris on Thu, Aug 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 435 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 36 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 6 h 19 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.








Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oberhausen to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $127.
Distance: 270 miles (435 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$184 Average price | $73 Average price Cheapest | $269 Average price | $123 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration 8h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 56m Average total duration Fastest 4h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Oberhausen to Paris:
A bus is $111 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oberhausen to Paris costing on average $184.
A bus is $196 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oberhausen to Paris costing on average $269.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 9m.
Bus takes on average 8h 52m.
You'll arrive about 1h 8m sooner (5h 9m by train vs 6h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $184 compared to roughly $123 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.
The table below shows live departures for Oberhausen to Paris trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
89348 · ICE 103+ TGV 9574+ 20049 | 7:37 AM Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd station | 6h30 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
ICE 103+ TGV 9574+ 20049 | Delayed 6:27 AM 7:51 AMOberhausen Hbf | 6h16 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
28509 · ICE 915 · ICE 71+ TGV 9574 | On time 8:33 AM Oberhausen Hbf | 5h34 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
89754 · ICE 225+ TGV 9552 | On time 9:37 AM Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd station | 7h13 | 4:50 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Oberhausen to Paris run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $97 but you can travel from only $36 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 270 miles (435 km) distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 270 miles (435 km) |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oberhausen 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 Oberhausen to Paris trains use the Oberhausen Hbf to Paris Gare du Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare de l'Est. Use this guide to compare Oberhausen and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oberhausen Hbf is 1 km from Oberhausen city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Oberhausen 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 options include: Pizzarello, McDonald's, Subway, Lux
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen Hbf. ATMs are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen Hbf. Information desks are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oberhausen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oberhausen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Akzent, Garni, Hotel Residenz Oberhausen.
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd is 1 km from Oberhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd 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: Pizza Nizza, Mandarin China-Spezialitäten, Teatro, Franziskaner
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. ATMs are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Information desks are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Essen-Dellwig is 4 km from Oberhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen-Dellwig 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: Casa Milano Pizzeria Ristorante Oberhausen, China express, Donner Imbiss, Pizzeria Il Camino
Wi-Fi is available at Essen-Dellwig. ATMs are available at Essen-Dellwig.
Ticket office support is available at Essen-Dellwig. Information desks are available at Essen-Dellwig.
Luggage storage is available at Essen-Dellwig. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen-Dellwig: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen-Dellwig: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen-Dellwig.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
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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