The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Essen Hbf
Cheapest price
$156
Average price
$156
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
440 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Essen Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Essen Hbf will cost around $156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $156.
Of the 1 trains that leave Paris Gare de Lyon for Essen Hbf on Tue, Dec 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 440 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 4 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris Gare de Lyon to Essen Hbf
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to Essen Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €99.
Distance: 273 miles (440 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€117 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest | €223 Average price |
4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration 8h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 13m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Paris Gare de Lyon to Essen Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de Lyon to Essen Hbf trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:55 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h13 | 6:08 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Essen Hbf
Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Essen Hbf run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $94 (€75) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:55, the last at 15:55. The fastest train covers the 273 miles (440 km) distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 273 miles (440 km) |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€75) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 13:55 |
Last train 15:55 |
Train companies: Paris RER from Paris Gare de Lyon to Essen Hbf trainsParis RER trains will get you between Paris Gare de Lyon and Essen Hbf from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Essen Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare de Lyon to Essen Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris Gare de Lyon to Essen Hbf
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
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