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Trip Overview

The average train between Parma and Essen takes 12h 6m and the fastest train takes 12h 5m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Parma to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

12h 6m
Duration
1,033 km
Distance
€352
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Parma to Essen train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Parma and Essen. The service departs Parma at 10:10 AM in the morning, which arrives into Essen at 22:15:00. All services require a transfer at Zuerich Hb and take an average of 12h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Trenitalia EuroCitySwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Eurostar12h 5m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Trenitalia EuroCitySwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Eurostar12h 9m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Trenitalia EuroCitySwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Eurostar12h 12m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Trenitalia EuroCitySwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Eurostar12h 5m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Trenitalia EuroCitySwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Eurostar12h 5m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Trenitalia EuroCitySwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Eurostar12h 5m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Parma to Essen? 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.

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  • Distance: 1,032.8 km
  • Duration: 12h 6m

What companies run services between Parma, Italy and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Parma to Essen Hbf via Zuerich Hb, Zürich HB, and Koeln Hbf in around 12h 22m.

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