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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and London takes 5h 20m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to London. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 20m
Duration
418 mi
Distance
£234
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Essen to London train times

Trains run twice daily between Essen and London. 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 London at 3:57 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essen to London? 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.

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  • Distance: 418.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to London St Pancras Intl via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 5h 56m.

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