Essen to Paris

Find my accommodation

Finding the best routes for you — almost ready!

Essen to Paris Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	04:40	15:30	$27.31
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	05:20	13:45	$36.39
Train	Eurostar	Eurostar Premier	05:40	10:12	$246.51
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	06:50	18:05	$54.57
Train	Eurostar	Eurostar Plus	07:15	12:08	$111.44
Train	Eurostar	Eurostar Plus	07:35	12:05	$201.49
Train	Eurostar	Eurostar Plus	09:33	14:05	$201.49
Bus	Blablacar Bus	Standard AC	09:55	20:05	$48.65
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	10:50	20:20	$39.60
Train	Eurostar	Eurostar Standard	11:24	16:05	$196.99
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	12:55	22:25	$63.13
Bus	Blablacar Bus	Standard AC	21:00	06:30	$43.83
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	21:35	07:05	$63.13

How to get from Essen to Paris

When you want to get from Essen to Paris, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Flight
Bus
Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 252.59. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 55.57.

How far is Essen from Paris?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Essen to Paris. Your trip will be a total of 343 miles (551 km). The flying distance is 372 miles (598 km).

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

The travel time from Essen to Paris can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 28 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Essen to Paris?

The cost of the trip from Essen to Paris varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Blablacar Bus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 55.57 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 252.59.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Essen to Paris:

Bus+Train price: USD 39.40 - USD 45.03. From Essen to Paris starting from 18:03 Essen Central until 20:50 Essen Central
Bus tickets - USD 55.16 to USD 67.54;
Train tickets - USD 148.58 to USD 252.14;
flight price: USD 294.92 - USD 360.20. From Essen to Paris starting from 06:55 Duesseldorf Airport until 14:30 Duesseldorf Airport

How many trips per day are there between Essen and Paris?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 6 trains per day.
Buses start plying the route from 09:55 - you can also take a bus as late as 21:00. There are 2 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Essen to Paris is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Essen to Paris

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Essen to Paris? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

100% chosen Bus+Train

Transportation from Essen to Paris

Trains

$ 39.40
Buses

$ 39.40
Flights

$ 294.92
Ferries are not available
Taxis are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Essen to Paris

Cheapest Transport	$40
Fastest Transport	4h 16m
Earliest Departure	5:40 AM
Latest Departure	9:00 PM
Departures per day	8
Distance	551 kilometers
Transport Companies	Blablacar Bus, Eurostar, Eurowings, Vueling