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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Essen
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$137
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
327 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Essen will cost around $137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
Of the 3 trains that leave Paris for Essen on Thu, Dec 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 327 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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 Paris to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €46.
Distance: 203 miles (327 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€116 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest | €141 Average price |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Paris to Essen train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Essen trains for tomorrow, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:23 AM Paris | 3h32 | 12:55 PM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:22 PM Paris | 2h51 | 3:13 PM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Paris to Essen trains with Omio?
PKP Intercity as well as Eurostar offer trains services from Paris to Essen. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Paris to Essen.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for PKP Intercity, but also compare tickets for the likes of Eurostar to find the best option for your trip from Paris to Essen.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While PKP Intercity tickets can be bought on PKP Intercity's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Eurostar to help you choose the right option for your journey from Paris to Essen.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Paris to Essen.
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Overview: Train from Paris to Essen
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Trains from Paris to Essen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€63) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 203 miles (327 km) distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 203 miles (327 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€63) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 22:47 |
Train companies: PKP Intercity, Eurostar from Paris to Essen trainsPKP Intercity, Eurostar trains will get you between Paris and Essen from $12 (€9). 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 Paris to Essen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Essen 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris to Essen
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- €0.70
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- 1200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
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