How to travel from Essen to London

There are 3 options to travel between Essen and London including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Essen to London is a bus with an average price of $107 (€90).

This is compared to other travel options from Essen to London:

A bus is $231 (€194) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to London costing on average $338 (€284).

A bus is $436 (€366) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to London costing on average $544 (€456).

The fastest way to travel from Essen to London is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 26m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 31m.

Bus takes on average 16h 2m.

The distance from Essen to London is approximately 306 miles (494 km).

The average frequency per day from Essen to London is:

• Around 70 flights per day.
• Around 7 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Essen and London as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Essen to London:

• Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Essen Hbf and arrive in London St Pancras International (STP).
• Buses mostly depart from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in London, Victoria Coach Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Essen to London, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Eurowings, Ryanair, British Airways, Malta Air, Wizz Air, easyJet, Air Baltic, KLM Cityhopper, Qatar Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Lot Polish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Smartwings to go to London by flight.
• Travel with Eurostar, Regionalbahn, Deutsche Bahn, Regional to go to London by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to London by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Essen to London with the following travel companies:

• 20 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Ryanair, British Airways, Malta Air, Wizz Air, easyJet, Smartwings.
• 0 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Essen to London often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Manchester, Oxford. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between London and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in London to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In London, you can enjoy panoramic views of the city from The London Eye, visit the vibrant West End Theatre District for high-quality shows, and explore Camden Market's eclectic mix of food, fashion, and crafts. A walk through Hyde Park offers beautiful landscapes and recreational activities, while art lovers can visit the Tate Modern. Don't miss The British Museum's vast collection of art and antiquities, the historic Tower of London with its Crown Jewels, and Buckingham Palace. Iconic landmarks like The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, along with St. Paul's Cathedral, offer a glimpse into the city's rich history and architecture.

For a comprehensive experience of London's top attractions, cultural sites, and local neighborhoods, it is recommended to spend around 3 to 5 days in the city. This allows time to explore major landmarks such as the British Museum, Tower of London, and Buckingham Palace, as well as enjoy local markets and parks.