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France to Essen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between France and Essen takes 5h 31m and the fastest train takes 5h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from France to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 31m
Duration
613 km
Distance
€208
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Paris Nord to Aachen Hbftrain train Thalys
  2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Essen Hbftrain train Re
6h 5m
€158–353

France to Essen train times

Trains run 5 times a day between France and Essen. The earliest departure is at 7:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from France is at 6:31 PM which arrives into Essen at 2:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Gare du Nord and take an average of 5h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 613.3 km
  • Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between France and Essen, Germany?

You can take a subway from Cité to Essen Hbf via Gare du Nord, Paris Nord, and Aachen Hbf in around 6h 5m.

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