How to travel from Essen to Paris

There are 3 options to travel between Essen and Paris including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Essen to Paris is a bus with an average price of $56 (€47).

This is compared to other travel options from Essen to Paris:

A bus is $120 (€101) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to Paris costing on average $176 (€148).

A bus is $484 (€406) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to Paris costing on average $540 (€453).

The fastest way to travel from Essen to Paris is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 14m.

Other travel options to Paris take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 25m.

Bus takes on average 10h 19m.

The distance from Essen to Paris is approximately 273 miles (440 km).

The average frequency per day from Essen to Paris is:

• Around 39 flights per day.
• Around 12 buses per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Essen and Paris as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Essen to Paris:

• Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Essen Hbf and arrive in Paris Gare du Nord.
• Buses mostly depart from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Essen to Paris, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Infobus to go to Paris by bus.
• Travel with Lufthansa, Eurowings, Air France, Avion Express Malta, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Lufthansa Cityline, Qatar Airways, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Egypt Air, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Air Serbia, Vueling, GetJet Airlines, ITA to go to Paris by flight.
• Travel with Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn, TGV, Regionalbahn, Regional to go to Paris by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Essen to Paris with the following travel companies:

• 7 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Infobus.
• 1 direct flights per day with Air France.
• 1 direct trains per day with Eurostar.

Omio customers who travel from Essen to Paris often also extend their vacation to go to London, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Brussels, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Paris and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Paris to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Paris, you can explore Montmartre, known for its bohemian vibe and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, or enjoy a Seine River Cruise for unique views of the city's landmarks. Discover the lively Latin Quarter and the trendy Marais district with its boutiques and cafes. Don't miss a show at the Moulin Rouge for an extravagant cabaret experience. For sightseeing, visit the iconic Eiffel Tower, the expansive Louvre Museum, the historic Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Arc de Triomphe, each offering a glimpse into Paris's rich heritage.

Typically, 3 to 5 days in Paris is sufficient to explore major attractions like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Montmartre, and enjoy local cuisine.