The average train between Essen and Cannes takes 14h 1m and the fastest train takes 11h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Cannes. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Essen and Cannes. The earliest departure is at 4:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 4:32 PM which arrives into Cannes at 12:55 PM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Hbf and take an average of 14h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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20h 23m • 3 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Cannes. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Cannes station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 1m.
Essen to Cannes train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Cannes train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Cannes station.
Book your Essen to Cannes train tickets online with National Express, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Essen and Cannes is 879 km. The road distance is 1,547 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Cannes via Koeln Hbf, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 11h 37m.