Travelling from London to Essen by train

Want to know how to get from London to Essen by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from London to Essen take around 4 hours and 59 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 494 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving London is scheduled to depart at around  06:04. The last departure is usually at around 20:01 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave London at around 06:57, with the last train leaving at around 20:01. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 19 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 25 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$125.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Essen, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Essen.

Is there a direct train from London to Essen?

The journey between London and Essen usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from London to Essen every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from London to Essen?

The London to Essen train travel takes about 4 hours and 59 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the London to Essen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Essen leaving London at around 06:04 and the last train leaving at around 20:01 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves London at around 06:57, with the final departure at 20:01.