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Trip Summary
49 trains operate daily from Essen to Nancy. The train trip from Essen to Nancy is usually about 7 hours and 16 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 44 minutes.
| Distance | 195 mi (313 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 44m |
| Lowest price | $112.14 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Nancy?
There are 3 train lines with service from Essen to Nancy. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 32 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 6h 27m | $164.02 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 15 | 7h 9m | $156.39 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 32 | 7h 21m | $159.68 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Essen to Nancy start from $138, and on average cost . Daily there are 32 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Nancy. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Essen-Kupferdreh and 25 other stations. And in Nancy trains arrive at Nancy Ville .
From Essen to Nancy train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 21 minutes. If you are looking to get to Nancy faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 44 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 36 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Nancy.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Essen and Nancy is approximately 195 miles, or 313 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 16 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 44 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Essen to Nancy on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Essen at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 49 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Main departure station: Essen-Altenessen
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 15 stops and stations in Essen where you can board the train.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen-Altenessen
Essen-Kupferdreh
Essen-Kray Nord
Essen-Borbeck
Train Station
Essen-Überruhr
Kettwig
Kettwig Stausee
Essen-Hügel
Essen-Kray Süd
Essen-Horst
Essen-Borbeck Süd
Essen Stadtwald
Essen-Dellwig Ost
Essen-Werden
Where is the train station in Nancy?
Main arrival station: Nancy
Nancy has one train station.
All train stations in Nancy:
Nancy
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