The average train between France and Essen takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 26m. 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.
Trains run twice daily between France and Essen. The earliest departure is at 3:41 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from France is at 5:48 PM which arrives into Essen at 10:15 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from France to Essen. However, there are services departing from France station and arriving at Essen station via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
France to Essen train services, operated by Réseau Express Régional (RER Paris), depart from Paris Nord station.
France to Essen train services, operated by Réseau Express Régional (RER Paris), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
The distance between France and Essen is 656 km. The road distance is 612 km.
Eurostar operates a train from Paris Nord to Essen Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €190–330 and the journey takes 4h 20m.
