The average train between Essen and Roubaix takes 7h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Roubaix. 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 Roubaix. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 5:07 PM which arrives into Roubaix at 7:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Hbf and take an average of 7h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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14h 27m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Essen to Roubaix? 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 Roubaix. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Roubaix station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.
Essen to Roubaix train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Roubaix train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lille Europe station.
Book your Essen to Roubaix train tickets online with National Express, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Essen and Roubaix is 281.2 km. The road distance is 413 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Roubaix Grand Place via Koeln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Gare Lille Europe in around 5h 14m.