The average train between Essen and Lourdes takes 14h 16m and the fastest train takes 11h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Lourdes. 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 3 times a day between Essen and Lourdes. The earliest departure is at 7:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 5:09 PM which arrives into Lourdes at 11:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Gare Du Nord and take an average of 14h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Lourdes? 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 Essen to Lourdes. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Lourdes station via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 16m.
Essen to Lourdes train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Lourdes train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lourdes station.
Book your Essen to Lourdes train tickets online with National Express, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Essen and Lourdes is 1,070.3 km. The road distance is 1,420 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Lourdes via Paris Gare Du Nord, Valenciennes, Gare Montparnasse, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 11h 19m.