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Lille to Essen Central Station Train Prices and Times
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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14:03 Lille-Flandres | 19:40 Essen Central Station | 5h 37m, No direct | Deutsche Bahn | Find Tickets |
14:03 Lille-Flandres | 19:50 Paris | 5h 47m, No direct | Deutsche Bahn | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Lille to Essen Central Station Train Route Details
For as low as NZD 237.61, you can enjoy the fastest train journey, covering a distance of around 292 km in 5h 37m. Train companies Deutsche Bahn offer you 2 train services daily. Check the train route table below to plan your journey.

First train
14:03

Last train
14:03

Departure station
Lille

Arrival station
Essen Central Station

Journey time
5h 37m

Distance
292 km

Price
From NZD 237.61

Train Operators
Deutsche Bahn
FAQs About Lille to Essen Central Station Trains
Is Eurostar direct from Lille to Essen Central Station?
No. There is no direct Eurostar to Essen Central Station and it needs to change 3 times, the travel time is 5h 47m.
How much is the Eurostar from Lille to Essen Central Station?
Trip.com provides you with a cheap price for Eurostar trains. Starting at NZD 237.61, the whole journey is around 5h 47m.
How long is the Eurostar from Lille to Essen Central Station?
Eurostar trains are high-speed and mostly direct. The entire journey takes approximately 5h 37m, providing you with a comfortable seat and beautiful scenery.
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