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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to London
Cheapest price
£109
Average price
£133
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to London will cost around £133 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £109.
Of the 2 trains that leave Essen for London every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Essen to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £187.
Distance: 317 km
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£225 Average Price | £98 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price |
3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 30m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Essen to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to London trains for today, Monday 22 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:28 Essen | 3h29 | 20:57 London | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to London
Belgium
United Kingdom
Trains from Essen to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £187 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 317 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 317 km |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £187 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 05:47 |
Last train 18:47 |
Train companies: Eurostar, National Express, Deutsche Bahn from Essen to London trainsEurostar, National Express, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Essen and London from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Eurostar
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
National Express
FAQs: Essen to London train
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
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and London
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityBike Parking
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATM
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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