The average train between Essen and France takes 6h 22m and the fastest train takes 4h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to France. 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 twice daily between Essen and France. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:24 AM which arrives into France at 4:28 PM. All services require a transfer at Paris Nord and take an average of 6h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Essen to France. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at France station via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.
Essen to France train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to France train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Essen and France is 656 km. The road distance is 613 km.
Eurostar operates a train from Essen Hbf to Paris Nord twice daily. Tickets cost €200–340 and the journey takes 4h 29m.
