The average train between Essen and Dax takes 11h 32m and the fastest train takes 8h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Dax. 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 Essen and Dax. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 5:09 PM which arrives into Dax at 10:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Nord and take an average of 11h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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10h 26m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Essen to Dax? 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 Essen to Dax. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Dax station via Paris Nord station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 32m.
Essen to Dax train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Dax train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Dax station.
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The distance between Essen and Dax is 1051.2 km. The road distance is 1235 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Dax via Paris Nord, Valenciennes, Gare Montparnasse, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 9h 36m.