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Paris East to Essen Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Paris East to Essen? Trip.com provides TGV INOUI tickets starting at just £174.14, with the average price for this route being around £182.80. To secure the best deals, we recommend considering options like split tickets.
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07:17
Paris East
12:58
Essen Central Station
5h 41m, No directDeutsche Bahn
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07:17
Paris East
13:58
Paris
6h 41m, No directDeutsche Bahn
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Paris East to Essen Train Route Details

The train ticket price from Paris East to Essen typically starts at £174.14. The journey averages 5h 41m in travel time and covers about 273 miles. SNCF usually run 2 trains daily on this route. To plan your trip in advance, please see our train route table.
First train
First train
07:17
Last train
Last train
07:17
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
5h 41m
Distance
Distance
273 miles
Price
Price
From £174.14
Train Operators
Train Operators
Deutsche Bahn

TGV INOUI and SNCF trains offers

SNCF tickets offer a variety of deals tailored to different age groups, helping you find the perfect discount card or subscription. Due to limited availability and subject to train times and routes, book in advance to access all discounted tickets and maximise your savings with your discount card or subscription.

TGV INOUI and SNCF trains offers

Take INTERCITÉS night trains

For affordable and time-saving overnight travel, Intercités de Nuit is an excellent choice. These night trains are equipped with 1st class 4-berth couchettes, 2nd class 6-berth couchettes, and reclining seats. Prices start at €19 for seated places and €29 for berths in 1st and 2nd class.

Book tickets in advance

Securing second-class SNCF tickets 3-4 months ahead typically offers an average saving of 35%. As ticket availability decreases, train fares tend to rise, so budget-conscious travellers are advised to book in advance to ensure the best prices.

SNCF Advantage Card

At a fixed rate of €49 per year, the Carte Avantage saves 30% for adults and 60% for children, with three profiles tailored to your needs: Jeune (ages 12-27), Adulte (ages 27-59), and Senior (ages 60 and up).

TGV INOUI and SNCF onboard services

Passengers travelling on TGV INOUI trains from Paris East to Essen can benefit from a variety of services aimed at enhancing their travel experience.

Enjoy a comfortable journey with adjustable seats, power outlets, and free WiFi. Make use of retractable shelves for working or dining, and a soft reading light for reading. Luggage storage is available for heavy or bulky items at the compartment entrance, as well as luggage racks in the lounge for cabin baggage. Families can also relax with a dedicated Family Space.

First and second class services on TGV INOUI trains differ as follows:

  1. First class provides each passenger with an individual electrical outlet, while second class shares one outlet between two passengers.
  2. First class offers more comfort with rows of three seats instead of four, providing extra legroom.

Paris East - Essen SNCF tickets

Travelling on TGV INOUI trains offers you a choice of four ticket types: Prem's, Seconde, Première, and Business Première. These tickets vary in terms of fares, services, and rules for changes and refunds. This flexibility allows you to book the ticket that best suits your needs.

Paris East - Essen SNCF tickets

TGV Prem's

For the lowest travel fares, choose TGV INOUI Prem's tickets, starting at only €15. These tickets are exchangeable and refundable under certain conditions, and you can book them up to four months ahead.

TGV Seconde

Seconde class tickets offer flexible and affordable travel. By booking three months ahead, you can save up to 35%, and tickets can be exchanged or refunded under specific conditions.

TGV Première

Experience greater comfort and exclusive benefits by booking TGV Première class (First class) tickets. With reclining seats and flexible booking, tickets can also be exchanged and refunded under certain conditions.

TGV INOUI Business Première

Business Première tickets offer the most premium travel experience. Enjoy the flexibility of free, unconditional exchanges and refunds, even up to 30 minutes after departure. Benefit from exclusive services, including access to the lounge for a relaxing experience.

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