What is the cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 9h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and Essen Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkirk station to Essen Hbf station. However, there are services departing from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station and arriving at Essen - Bus Station via Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Essen Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Essen Hbf via Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Dunkirk and Essen Hbf is 488 km. The road distance is 358.6 km.

How do I travel from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 38m and costs €80 - €270.

How long does it take to get from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Essen Hbf bus from?

Dunkirk to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Essen Hbf train from?

Dunkirk to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Dunkerque station.

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 38m and costs €80 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Dunkirk to Essen Hbf bus arrive?

Dunkirk to Essen Hbf bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lille - Europe Train Station.

Where does the Dunkirk to Essen Hbf train arrive?

Dunkirk to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to Essen Hbf is 359 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf?

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Dunkirk to Essen Hbf - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dunkirk to Essen Hbf by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
4h 38m
€80–268
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Essen - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 5m
€33–64
Drive 358.6 km
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Essen Hbfcar 358.6 km
3h 35m
€58–83
Train
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Essen Hbftrain Tha
5h 13m
€134–268
Train, bus
1. Take the train from La Panne to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Essen central train stationbus 380
10h 33m
€46–71

Dunkirk to Essen Hbf by train

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Distance: 487.6 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Dunkirk, France and Essen Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Essen Hbf via Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Köln Hbf in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Essen - Bus Station via Lille - Europe Train Station in around 9h 5m.

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