Paris to Essen train timetable
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
15:51 Paris Nord | 20:15 Essen Hbf |  | Find Tickets |
17:45 Paris Nord | 22:15 Essen Hbf | | Find Tickets |
12:40 Paris Nord Banlieue | 18:58 Essen Hbf |  | Find Tickets |
13:06 Aeroport Paris-Charles de Gaulle RER | 20:15 Essen Hbf |  | Find Tickets |
13:22 Paris Nord Banlieue | 19:58 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Paris to Essen Train Route Details
For as low as US$184.46, you can enjoy the fastest train journey, covering a distance of around 274 miles in 6h 18m. Train companies SNCF,Eurostar,Deutsche Bahn offer you 3 train services daily. Check the train route table below to plan your journey.
Eurostar train classes from Paris to Essen
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Standard
Standard Class provides affordable and spacious seating, with power outlets and complimentary Wi-Fi. Passengers can also buy drinks, meals, and snacks on board.
Plus
In the Plus Class, travelers can enjoy extra spacious seats, two delicious dishes and drinks served at your seat (London routes only)
Premier
Premier Class offers more flexible refund and exchange policy, exclusive lounge access in London, Paris and Brussels, priority ticket gates (London routes only), extra spacious seats, a unique menu created by some of Europe's best chefs (selected routes only), and a larger luggage allowance, ensuring an excellent journey.
Facilities on Eurostar trains
Since the merger of Eurostar and Thalys in 2023, Eurostar trains come in two varieties: blue and red
| Facilities | Red Eurostar | Blue Eurostar |
|---|---|---|
Speed | Up to 300 km/h | Up to 300 km/h |
How far in advance to book | Around 6–8 months | Around 6–8 months |
Main destinations | Red Eurostar trains serve France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany | Blue Eurostar trains operate on services traveling to and from London |
E-tickets |  | |
Wi-Fi |  | |
Fast Track boarding | Premier Class | Premier Class |
Club Lounge | Premier Class | Premier Class |
Change and refunds
Standard/Plus
Premier
- Changes Free date/time changes until 1 hour before departure. No destination changes. Fare difference must be paid when the new fare is higher, but no refunds will be given when the new fare is lower. Upgrades to Plus are permitted, but upgrades to Premier are not.
- Refunds Available until 7 days before departure with fees (£25/€25/$40 per segment). Non-refundable within 7 days before departure or after a late date/time change.
FAQs About Paris to Essen Trains
Is Eurostar direct from Paris to Essen?
No. There is no direct Eurostar to Essen and it needs to change 1 times, the travel time is 6h 36m.
How much is the Eurostar from Paris to Essen?
Trip.com provides you with a cheap price for Eurostar trains. Starting at US$184.46, the whole journey is around 6h 36m.
How long is the Eurostar from Paris to Essen?
Eurostar trains are high-speed and mostly direct. The entire journey takes approximately 6h 18m, providing you with a comfortable seat and beautiful scenery.
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