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Travelling from Lille-Europe to Essen by train

Looking to travel from Lille-Europe to Essen by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 2 hours 31 minutes to travel from Lille-Europe to Essen by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 4 minutes though. You'll usually find 11 trains per day running along the 82 miles (133 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 1 change during the journey to Essen, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.

Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Lille-Europe to Essen.

If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Essen by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.

Lille-Europe to Essen by train

First train

07:19

Last train

22:09

Departure station

Lille-Europe

Arrival station

Essen

Journey time

From 2h 4m

Distance

82 miles (133 km)

Frequency

11 trains per day

Changes

1 change

FAQs about the train journey from Lille-Europe to Essen

Want to know more about your journey from Lille-Europe to Essen? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Lille-Europe to Essen?

You can get from Lille-Europe to Essen by train in 2 hours and 31 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 2 hours and 4 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Lille-Europe to Essen take?

The average journey time by train between Lille-Europe and Essen is 2 hours and 31 minutes, with around 11 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Lille-Europe and Essen by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Lille-Europe to Essen is 2 hours and 4 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Lille-Europe to Essen?

No, there are no direct train services from Lille-Europe to Essen. Travelling from Lille-Europe to Essen by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

Lille-Europe to Essen train times

Check out the next trains departing from Lille-Europe to Essen for Tuesday 31st December 2024. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
06:1909:132h 54m, 1 change
08:0910:132h 4m, 1 change
09:2712:132h 46m, 1 change
10:3713:132h 36m, 1 change
12:3015:132h 43m, 1 change
13:5116:132h 22m, 1 change
14:3017:132h 43m, 1 change
16:0918:132h 4m, 1 change
19:0921:132h 4m, 1 change
19:2722:132h 46m, 1 change

Cheap train tickets from Lille-Europe to Essen

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Lille-Europe to Essen by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

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