The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Dunkirk
Cheapest price
£88
Average price
£99
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Dunkirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Dunkirk will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £88.
Of the 2 trains that leave London for Dunkirk 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 182 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 52 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.
12:014h45London16:46Dunkirk£881One-way0 changes
7:164h52London12:08Dunkirk£1091One-way0 changes
12:014h45London16:46Dunkirk£881One-way0 changes
7:164h52London12:08Dunkirk£1091One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, ferry and coach for London to Dunkirk
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from London to Dunkirk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £75.
Distance: 182 km
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| Train | Most popular Ferry | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£85 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 9h 39m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Dunkirk train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Dunkirk trains for tomorrow, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:16 London | 4h52 | 12:08 Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:01 London | 4h45 | 16:46 Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London to Dunkirk by train, ferry or coach
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Why should you book London to Dunkirk trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Eurostar?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Eurostar, but also compare tickets for the likes of Intercity or Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from London to Dunkirk.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Eurostar with all available travel options, which are train, ferry and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Dunkirk.
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, ferry and bus to find the ideal travel option from London to Dunkirk.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Dunkirk
Trains from London to Dunkirk run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £22 by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 20:56. The fastest train covers the 182 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 182 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 0:50 |
Last train 20:56 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Eurostar, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from London to Dunkirk trainsEurostar, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between London and Dunkirk from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Dunkirk train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Dunkirk
- 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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