The average train between Essen and Dover takes 9h 1m and the fastest train takes 8h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Dover. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Essen and Dover. The earliest departure is at 5:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 5:09 PM which arrives into Dover at 12:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Hbf and take an average of 9h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Dover? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Essen to Dover. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Dover station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.
Essen to Dover train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Dover train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dover Priory station.
Book your Essen to Dover train tickets online with National Express, Eurostar and Southeastern.
The distance between Essen and Dover is 397.9 km. The road distance is 797 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Dover Priory via Koeln Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and London St Pancras Intl in around 8h 11m.