Go to Essen in Thalys

Services provided by Thalys

Choosing to go with Thalys to Essen makes the journey a highly enjoyable experience thanks to the fabulous on-board services. Want a snack whilst travelling? The Thalys Welcome bar has a range of sandwiches, salads, drinks and meal options available for your journey. If you decide to travel First Class, you will be served breakfast, lunch or a light meal at your seat depending on when you travel. There are also wheelchair-friendly services and baby changing rooms in coaches 7, 17 and 21 available to make your journey that little bit better.

How to book your Thalys ticket to Essen?

Hoping to find the cheapest Thalys ticket to Essen? Booking up to four months in advance can help you find the best price. No-flex fares cannot be exchanged or refunded but are the cheapest option and are great if you are on a budget! Children up to the age of 12 can travel on a reduced rate KID fare, rail cards can provide you with discounts on certain tickets and parents travelling with children may be able to benefit from a Minigroup fare depending on the route. There are also dedicated spaces for wheelchair users in First Class (Comfort 1) for the price of a standard ticket.

• Plenty of space for luggage! Each passenger can take 2 pieces of luggage on board plus hand luggage.
• Travel with speeds up to 320 km/h.
• Free travel for small pets and children aged 3 and under.
• A range of classes to suit your needs.