What is the cheapest way to get from Paris to Essen Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Paris to Essen Hbf is to bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 8h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paris to Essen Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Paris to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs €170 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Paris and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Paris and Essen Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paris Nord and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Paris to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Paris and Essen Hbf is 610 km. The road distance is 528.6 km.

How do I travel from Paris to Essen Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Paris to Essen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs €170 - €300.

How long does it take to get from Paris to Essen Hbf?

The train from Paris Nord to Essen Hbf takes 4h 20m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Paris to Essen Hbf bus from?

Paris to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where do I catch the Paris to Essen Hbf train from?

Paris to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Paris Nord station.

Train or bus from Paris to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Paris to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs €170 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Paris to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paris to Essen Hbf train arrive?

Paris to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Paris to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Essen Hbf is 529 km. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Paris to Essen Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Paris to Essen Hbf?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Paris to Essen Hbf?

Book your Paris to Essen Hbf bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

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There are 5 ways to get from Paris to Essen Hbf by train (Eurostar), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train (Eurostar)
best
1. Take the train from Paris Nord to Essen Hbftrain Thalys
4h 20m
€170–300
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Essen central train stationbus N74 / ...
8h 25m
€40–70
Drive 528.6 km
1. Drive from Paris to Essen Hbfcar 528.6 km
5h 4m
€83–120
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane CDG - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Essen Hbftrain
4h 21m
€129–329
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane CDG - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbftrain
5h 47m
€121–411

Paris to Essen Hbf by train (Eurostar)

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4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 609.8 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

Eurostar operates a train from Paris Nord to Essen Hbf 4 times a day. Tickets cost €170–300 and the journey takes 4h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Essen central train station 5 times a day. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 8h 25m.

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