Essen to Nice trains
Book train tickets from Essen to Nice at the best prices on Trip.com. Here's an overview of the journey:
Essen to Nice train timetable
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
07:15 Essen Central Station | 20:03 Nice Town | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
Essen to Nice Train Route Details
For as low as VND 8,406,955, you can enjoy the fastest train journey, covering a distance of around 862 km in 12h 48m. Train companies SNCF,Eurostar offer you 1 train services daily. Check the train route table below to plan your journey.








Eurostar train classes from Essen to Nice
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Standard
Standard Class provides affordable and spacious seating, with power outlets and complimentary Wi-Fi. Passengers can also buy drinks, meals, and snacks on board.

Plus
In the Plus Class, travelers can enjoy extra spacious seats, two delicious dishes and drinks served at your seat (London routes only)

Premier
Premier Class offers more flexible refund and exchange policy, exclusive lounge access in London, Paris and Brussels, priority ticket gates (London routes only), extra spacious seats, a unique menu created by some of Europe's best chefs (selected routes only), and a larger luggage allowance, ensuring an excellent journey.
Facilities on Eurostar trains
Since the merger of Eurostar and Thalys in 2023, Eurostar trains come in two varieties: blue and red
| Facilities | Red Eurostar | Blue Eurostar |
|---|---|---|
Speed | Up to 300 km/h | Up to 300 km/h |
How far in advance to book | Around 6–8 months | Around 6–8 months |
Main destinations | Red Eurostar trains serve France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany | Blue Eurostar trains operate on services traveling to and from London |
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Wi-Fi | ![]() | ![]() |
Fast Track boarding | Premier Class | Premier Class |
Club Lounge | Premier Class | Premier Class |
Change and refunds
Standard/Plus
Premier
- Changes Free date/time changes until 1 hour before departure. No destination changes. Fare difference must be paid when the new fare is higher, but no refunds will be given when the new fare is lower. Upgrades to Plus are permitted, but upgrades to Premier are not.
- Refunds Available until 7 days before departure with fees (£25/€25/$40 per segment). Non-refundable within 7 days before departure or after a late date/time change.
FAQs About Essen to Nice Trains
Is Eurostar direct from Essen to Nice?
No. There is no direct Eurostar to Nice and it needs to change 1 times, the travel time is 12h 48m.
How much is the Eurostar from Essen to Nice?
Trip.com provides you with a cheap price for Eurostar trains. Starting at VND 8,406,955, the whole journey is around 12h 48m.
How long is the Eurostar from Essen to Nice?
Eurostar trains are high-speed and mostly direct. The entire journey takes approximately 12h 48m, providing you with a comfortable seat and beautiful scenery.
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