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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to London
Cheapest price
$319
Average price
$343
Fastest journey
4 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to London will cost around $343 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $319.
It's difficult to get from Essen to London without transferring at least once.
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6:56 AM7h01Essen1:57 PMLondon$3511One-way2 transfers- 10:56 AM6h51Essen5:47 PMLondon$3511One-way2 transfers
- 12:56 PM7h01Essen7:57 PMLondon$3511One-way2 transfers
- 7:41 AM4h16Essen11:57 AMLondon$3191One-way1 transfer
- 10:56 AM6h51Essen5:47 PMLondon$3511One-way2 transfers
- 6:56 AM7h01Essen1:57 PMLondon$3511One-way2 transfers
- 12:56 PM7h01Essen7:57 PMLondon$3511One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, flight, and ferry for Essen to London
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Essen to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $116.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$266 Average price | $109 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $97 Average price | $82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 16m Average total duration 9h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Essen to London:
A bus is $29 (€23) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Essen to London costing on average $97 (€79).
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to London costing on average $109 (€88).
A bus is $197 (€160) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to London costing on average $266 (€215).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 25m.
Ferry takes on average 8h 0m.
Bus takes on average 9h 46m.
You'll arrive about 2h 18m sooner (3h 25m by train vs 5h 43m by car). Tickets start at around $266 (€215) compared to roughly $82 (€66) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Essen to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to London trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:56 AM Essen | 7h01 | 1:57 PM London | 2 transfers | |
| 7:41 AM Essen | 4h16 | 11:57 AM London | 1 transfer | |
| 10:56 AM Essen | 6h51 | 5:47 PM London | 2 transfers | |
| 12:56 PM Essen | 7h01 | 7:57 PM London | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to London
Belgium
United Kingdom
Trains from Essen to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $116 (€94) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 19:34. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $116 (€94) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 6:16 AM |
Last train 7:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Essen to London trainsEurostar, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Essen and London from $32 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Essen to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to London by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Essen to London
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityBike Parking
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Lockers
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TaxisAccessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
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