Paris to Essen train
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Fastest train times from Paris to Essen
Fastest Journey
4 h 12 m
Average
5 h 57 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
440 km
Of the 18 trains that leave Paris for Essen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Paris to Essen
 | Distance | 273 miles (440 km) |
 | Average train duration | 4 h 12 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $112 (€101) |
 | Train frequency | 3 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | Deutsche Bahn with connection, Deutsche Bahn or Thalys |
Trains from Paris to Essen cover the 273 miles (440 km) long journey taking on average 4 h 12 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn with connection, Deutsche Bahn or Thalys. Normally, there are 3 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $112 (€101), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $80 (€73). Travelers depart most frequently from Paris Gare de Lyon and arrive in Essen Hbf.
Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and Thalys from Paris to Essen trains
Find the best trains to Essen from Paris with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn and Thalys from $80 (€73). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Paris to Essen train.
- Average Price: $80
Thalys is a French-Belgian high-speed train company that connects the main capital cities. For your next train to Essen from Paris with Thalys, you can choose from these different ticket fares: Standard Mini, Standard, Comfort and Premium.
Omio helps you find the perfect Paris - Essen train with Thalys. Whether you are searching for the fastest, earliest or cheapest train to Essen from Paris, Omio shows you Thalys current train schedules, tickets, prices and other travel information (such as baggage allowance and amenities onboard) to help you find the best train ticket for your upcoming Paris to Essen route. You can expect to travel around 273 miles (440 km) between Paris and Essen on a train with Thalys. Once you are ready, buy your one-way Thalys tickets from Paris to Essen starting as low as $158 (€143) if you book in advance. If you use the Omio app to book your ticket, you can check straight away to see if it's a mobile ticket so that you can go paperless when traveling by train instead of purchasing tickets at the train station in person. So, book your tickets with ease and comfort online and enjoy a smooth journey with Thalys!
Thalys from Paris to Essen train information:
- Average Duration: 4 h 20 min
- Average Price: $158
- Thalys frequency: 3 a day
Train tickets from Paris to Essen: when to book to save $
The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:
- Buying your train ticket from Paris - Essen 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 27% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
- If you book a ticket Paris - Essen with 2 months in advance you save up to about 23% compared to the initial price.
- By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 25%.
- On Omio you can find all offers, train times and prices for train travel in Europe, the U.S., and Canada.
Travel Tips: Trains from Paris to Essen
Travel by train between Paris, France and Essen, Germany is: Fully open.
Is international entry into Essen from Paris restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of France
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Paris?
Entry Requirements:
- 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 required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask required: Mandatory
The above information was last checked on 6/29/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Essen from Paris closer to your date of departure here
Return travel from Germany to France is: Partially open.
Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Paris from Essen?
Entry into France is allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in France from Essen?
Requirements for reentering:
- Travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test as either a RT-PCR performed within 72 hours prior to arrival, or an Antigen test performed within 48 hours prior to arrival
- Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
- Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)
- Health declaration required
What are the safety rules to follow in Paris, France?
The government of France has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance requirement: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
- Face mask requirement: Recommended
Last checked on 6/29/22. Please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations closer to the travel date of your train to Paris from Essen.
When departing from Paris, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Gare du Nord and Paris Gare de l'Est. When arriving in Essen, you can end your journey in train stations like Essen Hbf, Essen-Eiberg and Essen-Altenessen.
Omio customers book a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Essen Hbf most frequently for this route.
Passengers board their train most frequently from Paris Gare de Lyon and travel around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) from the city center to this train station.
Passengers traveling this route most often arrive at Essen Hbf and need to travel approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) from the train station to the city center in Essen.
Important Stations and Airports for this Journey
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: 65, 26, 43
Train lines: RER B, D, E
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: 31, 32, 35, 38, 39, 46, 54, 56, 91
Train lines: RER B, TGV, TGV/ICE, TER, Intercités, OUIGO, Transilien, Russian Railways
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29, 32, 42, 43, 66, 80, 94, 95, 528, RoissyB
Train lines: TER, Intercités, Transilien J, Transilien L, RER E
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: 24, 87, N32, N35
Train lines: TER, Intercités
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 89, 91, 215
Train lines: TER Centre-Val de Loire, Intercités, Intercités de Nuit, Transilien, RER C
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