How to Travel from

Dunkirk to Essen

by Rideshare, Route or Car

France Germany Dunkirk Essen

Cheapest

By car (361 km)

3 h 25 min

361 km.

from $19

Other

Rideshare

3 h 25 min

361 km.

from $13.73

Train via Cologne

5 h 7 min

324 km.

from $172.54

Train, Bus

9 h 24 min

324 km.

from $59.85

Train

6 h 25 min

324 km.

from $223.01

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:

+49 30 300 137 300

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

flixbus.com

Bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille

Ave. Duration:

1h 5m

Frequency:

4 times a week

Estimated price:

$10.76–$15.19

Bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Essen

Ave. Duration:

5h 45m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$40.50–$56.96

Bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen

Ave. Duration:

3h 35m

Frequency:

Every 4 hours

Estimated price:

$24.05–$34.18

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:

+33 18 57 62 228

Website:

blablacar.co.uk/

Bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille

Ave. Duration:

1h 10m

Frequency:

4 times a day

Estimated price:

$12.66–$18.99

Bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Essen

Ave. Duration:

6h 55m

Frequency:

4 times a day

Estimated price:

$35.44–$50.63

Train operators

SNCF

Phone:

+33 1 84 94 36 35

Website:

effinity.fr/expertise/affiliation/

Train from Dunkerque to Lille

Ave. Duration:

31 min

Frequency:

5 times a day

Estimated price:

$16.46–$35.44

TGV inOui

Phone:

+33 1 84 94 36 35

Website:

sncf-connect.com/en-en

Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid

Ave. Duration:

33 min

Frequency:

Every 2 hours

Estimated price:

$29.11–$63.29

NS

Phone:

+31 30 751 5155

Website:

ns.nl/

Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid

Ave. Duration:

42 min

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$16.46–$41.77

Eurostar

Phone:

+44 343 218 6186

Website:

eurostar.com/rw-en

Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid

Ave. Duration:

35 min

Frequency:

Every 4 hours

Estimated price:

$43.04–$94.93

Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln

Ave. Duration:

1h 50m

Frequency:

5 times a day

Estimated price:

$63.29–$139.24

Train from Köln Hbf to Essen

Ave. Duration:

51 min

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$37.97–$82.28

Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen

Ave. Duration:

3h 3m

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$82.28–$164.55

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:

+49 30 311-682904

Website:

bahn.de/

Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln

Ave. Duration:

1h 50m

Frequency:

Every 2 hours

Estimated price:

$53.16–$59.49

Train from Köln Hbf to Essen

Ave. Duration:

47 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$32.91–$37.97

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:

+32 70 79 79 79

Website:

belgiantrain.be/en

Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid

Ave. Duration:

32 min

Frequency:

Once a week

Estimated price:

$12.66–$18.99

Train from La Panne to Brussels-Nord

Ave. Duration:

2h 32m

Frequency:

Every 4 hours

Estimated price:

$16.46–$24.05

National Express

Phone:

08717 81 81 81

Website:

nationalexpress.com/en

Train from Köln Hbf to Essen

Ave. Duration:

1h 18m

Frequency:

Every 20 minutes

Estimated price:

$17.72–$26.58

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:

konzern.oebb.at/

Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln

Ave. Duration:

2h 52m

Frequency:

4 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:

+49 30 300 137 100

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

flixtrain.de/

Train from Köln Hbf to Essen

Ave. Duration:

53 min

Frequency:

4 times a day

Estimated price:

$6.96–$10.76

What is the cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Essen is to train and bus which costs $34.78 - $50 and takes 9h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Essen is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkirk station to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station and arriving at Essen - Bus Station via Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Essen. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Essen Hbf via Lille Europe, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Essen?

The distance between Dunkirk and Essen is 488 km. The road distance is 360.1 km.

How do I travel from Dunkirk to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Essen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 5h 7m and costs $76.09 - $304.35 .

How long does it take to get from Dunkirk to Essen?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Dunkirk to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Essen bus from?

Dunkirk to Essen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Essen train from?

Dunkirk to Essen train services, operated by SNCF, depart from Dunkerque station.

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Essen?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Essen is to train via Cologne which takes 5h 7m and costs $76.09 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $39.13 - $65.22 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Dunkirk to Essen bus arrive?

Dunkirk to Essen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lille - Europe Train Station.

Where does the Dunkirk to Essen train arrive?

Dunkirk to Essen train services, operated by SNCF, arrive at Lille Europe station.

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to Essen is 360 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Dunkirk to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Dunkirk to Essen?

Book your Dunkirk to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dunkirk to Essen?

Book your Dunkirk to Essen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 1990+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $40.23 per night.

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Fine

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Great

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Am Hauptbahnhof 2, Essen

Fine

8.5

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Six ways to Travel from Dunkirk to Essen

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

BlaBlaCar Bus

Train operators

SNCF

TGV inOui

NS

Eurostar

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

National Express

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Flixtrain

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Essen?

What is the fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Essen?

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and Essen?

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Essen?

How far is it from Dunkirk to Essen?

How do I travel from Dunkirk to Essen without a car?

How long does it take to get from Dunkirk to Essen?

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Essen bus from?

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Essen train from?

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Essen?

Where does the Dunkirk to Essen bus arrive?

Where does the Dunkirk to Essen train arrive?

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Essen?

How do I get a train ticket from Dunkirk to Essen?

How do I get a bus ticket from Dunkirk to Essen?

Where can I stay near Essen?