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

The cheapest way to get from Reims to Essen is to bus which costs €40 - €80 and takes 10h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reims to Essen is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Reims and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Reims to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Reims - Champagne Ardenne TGV and arriving at Essen central train station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Reims and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Reims to Essen. However, there are services departing from Reims and arriving at Essen Hbf via Paris Nord and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Reims to Essen?

The distance between Reims and Essen is 753 km. The road distance is 375.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Reims to Essen without a car is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs €210 - €400.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Reims to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reims to Essen bus from?

Reims to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Reims - Champagne Ardenne TGV station.

Where do I catch the Reims to Essen train from?

Reims to Essen train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Reims station.

Train or bus from Reims to Essen?

The best way to get from Reims to Essen is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs €210 - €400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €80 and takes 10h 22m.

Where does the Reims to Essen bus arrive?

Reims to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Reims to Essen train arrive?

Reims to Essen train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Est station.

Can I drive from Reims to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Reims to Essen is 376 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Reims to Essen.

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

Book your Reims to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Reims to Essen?

Book your Reims to Essen bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2727+ hotels available in Essen.

Reims to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromReims to Essen

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Reims to Essen by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, train, or plane

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 Reims to Paris Esttrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Koeln Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
6h 16m
€217–399
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reims - Champagne Ardenne TGV to Essen central train stationbus 181 / ...
10h 22m
€41–77
Drive 375.7 km
1. Drive from Reims to Essencar 375.7 km
4h 40m
€59–86
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Champagne-Ardenne to Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissytrain
2. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane CDG - DUS
5h 11m
€148–339

Reims to Essen by train and foot

74Weekly Services

6h 16mAverage Duration

€217Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 752.8 km
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a train from Reims to Essen Hbf via Paris Est, Paris Nord, and Köln Hbf in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Reims - Champagne Ardenne TGV to Essen central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €40–75 and the journey takes 9h 10m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.