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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen Hbf and France takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 4h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen Hbf to France. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 37m
Duration
606 km
Distance
€284
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Essen Hbf to France train times

Trains run twice daily between Essen Hbf and France. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen Hbf is at 11:24 AM which arrives into France at 4:17 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    EurostarRéseau Express Régional (RER Paris)4h 36m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    EurostarRéseau Express Régional (RER Paris)4h 36m • 1 change
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    EurostarRéseau Express Régional (RER Paris)4h 36m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    EurostarRéseau Express Régional (RER Paris)4h 36m • 1 change
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    EurostarRéseau Express Régional (RER Paris)4h 36m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    EurostarRéseau Express Régional (RER Paris)4h 36m • 1 change
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    EurostarRéseau Express Régional (RER Paris)4h 36m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    EurostarRéseau Express Régional (RER Paris)4h 36m • 1 change
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    EurostarRéseau Express Régional (RER Paris)4h 36m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    EurostarRéseau Express Régional (RER Paris)4h 44m • 1 change
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    EurostarRéseau Express Régional (RER Paris)4h 53m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    EurostarRéseau Express Régional (RER Paris)4h 36m • 1 change
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    EurostarRéseau Express Régional (RER Paris)4h 36m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 605.6 km
  • Duration: 4h 37m

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

Eurostar operates a train from Essen Hbf to Paris Nord twice daily. Tickets cost €230–380 and the journey takes 4h 24m.

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