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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Canterbury takes 6h 55m and the fastest train takes 6h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Canterbury. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 55m
Duration
488 mi
Distance
£312
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Essen to Canterbury train times

Trains run twice daily between Essen and Canterbury. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:24 AM which arrives into Canterbury at 5:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 6h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essen to Canterbury? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 488.1 mi
  • Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Canterbury, England?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Canterbury West via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and London St Pancras Intl in around 7h 15m.

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