The average train between Dunkirk and Essen Hbf takes 6h 19m and the fastest train takes 4h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Dunkirk and Essen Hbf. The earliest departure is at 8:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dunkirk is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Essen Hbf at 5:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Lille Europe and take an average of 6h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 2m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Dunkirk station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.
Dunkirk to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Dunkerque station.
Dunkirk to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Dunkirk to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dunkirk and Essen Hbf is 326 km. The road distance is 488 km.
You can take a train from Dunkerque to Essen Hbf via Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Köln Hbf in around 4h 38m.