The average train between Parma and Essen takes 16h 37m and the fastest train takes 11h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Parma 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 Parma and Essen. The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Parma is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Essen at 5:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Milano Centrale and take an average of 16h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Parma to Essen? 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 Parma to Essen. However, there are services departing from Parma station and arriving at Essen station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 37m.
Parma to Essen train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Parma station.
Parma to Essen train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Parma to Essen train tickets online with Trenitalia Frecce, Trenitalia EuroCity and 2 other operators.
The distance between Parma and Essen is 779.8 km. The road distance is 1,061 km.
You can take a train from Parma to Essen Hbf via Milano Centrale and Basel SBB in around 11h 57m.