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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Dover takes 6h 38m and the fastest train takes 6h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Dover. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 38m
Duration
495 mi
Distance
£264
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Essen to Dover train times

Trains run twice daily between Essen and Dover. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:24 AM which arrives into Dover at 5:13 PM. All services require a transfer at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 6h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 494.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Dover, England?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Dover Priory via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and London St Pancras Intl in around 7h 48m.

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