What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Nancy?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Nancy is to bus and train which costs €45 - €60 and takes 8h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Nancy?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Nancy is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Nancy?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Nancy. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Nancy via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Essen to Nancy?

The distance between Essen and Nancy is 613 km. The road distance is 373.6 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Nancy without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Nancy without a car is to train which takes 6h 58m and costs €100 - €240.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Nancy?

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Essen to Nancy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Nancy train from?

Essen to Nancy train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Nancy train arrive?

Essen to Nancy train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen to Nancy?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Nancy is 374 km. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Essen to Nancy.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Nancy?

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Where can I stay near Nancy?

There are 786+ hotels available in Nancy.

Essen to Nancy - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Essen to Nancy by train (TGV), bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof43 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhof82 / ...
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to NancyTer
6h 58m
€106–231
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Thionville180
2. Take the train from Thionville to NancyTer
8h 11m
€49–60
Drive 373.6 km
1. Drive from Essen to Nancy373.6 km
3h 55m
€58–83

Essen to Nancy by train

28Weekly Trains

6h 58mAverage Duration

€106Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 613.2 km
Duration: 6h 58m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Nancy, France?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Nancy via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Strasbourg Bahnhof, and Strasbourg in around 6h 58m.

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