The average train between Essen and Nice takes 13h 35m and the fastest train takes 11h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Nice. 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 4 times a day between Essen and Nice. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 5:09 PM which arrives into Nice at 1:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Hbf and take an average of 13h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Nice? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Essen to Nice. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Nice station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 35m.
Essen to Nice train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Nice train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Nice Ville station.
Book your Essen to Nice train tickets online with Eurostar, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Essen and Nice is 862.4 km. The road distance is 1,585 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Nice Ville via Koeln Hbf, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 12h 8m.