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Overview: Train from London to Essen

Distance	306 miles (494 km)
Average train duration	7 h 6 min
Average train ticket price	$327 (€276)
Train frequency	2 a day
Direct train	No
Train companies	Eurostar

Trains from London to Essen cover the 306 miles (494 km) long route taking on average 7 h 6 min with our travel partners like Eurostar. Normally, there are 2 trains operating per day. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $327 (€276), but the average price of train tickets is $327 (€276).

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and Eurostar from London to Essen trains

Deutsche Bahn and Eurostar trains will get you from London to Essen from $490 (€414). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains from London to Essen. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

Eurostar is the premier high-speed railway service which connects the United Kingdom with Europe through the Channel Tunnel, also known as the Chunnel, with journeys connecting London St Pancras International with Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam among other popular European cities. With its high-speed service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), the Eurostar makes travel between the UK and Europe as smooth and easy as possible. When you book your London to Essen train, you can choose between ticket types like Standard, Standard Premier (with spacious seats and light refreshments served), and Business Premier (with flexible travel options, spacious seats, lounge access, hot meals served and priority boarding).

London to Essen train information with Eurostar:

Average Duration: 6 h 3 min
Cheapest Price: $490
Eurostar frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Trains from London to Essen

FAQs: Travel by train from London to Essen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Essen.

Cheap train tickets from London to Essen can start from as little as $327 (€276) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Essen is $327 (€276); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from London to Essen is 7 h 6 min to travel the 306 mile (494 km) long journey, with around there are 2 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London to Essen leaves at 7: 04 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London to Essen leaves at 3: 04 PM.

There are 2 trains a day from London to Essen which require at least one change with Eurostar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Essen. Take the fast train with Eurostar from London to Essen.

The high-speed Eurostar train from London to Essen takes around 7 h 6 min.

For the journey from London to Essen you can take a train with Eurostar. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between London and Essen on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

You have options as you can travel from London to Essen 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.