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Brussels Central Station to Essen

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235 km.
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Three ways to Travel from Brussels Central Station to Essen

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Cheapest
By car (235 km)
2 h 17 min
235 km.
from $12
Other
Rideshare
2 h 17 min
235 km.
from $8.94
Train via Cologne
3 h 46 min
196 km.
from $90.52

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.00–$34.11

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.06–$41.69

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Brussels National Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.39–$429.54

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Brussels National Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.80–$429.54

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Brussels National Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.39–$454.81

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.16–$88.43
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.12–$176.87

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$54.32–$60.64
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.11–$39.16

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.95–$27.79

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.58–$11.37

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen is to bus which costs $22.83 - $43.48 and takes 4h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct train between Brussels Central Station and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels Central Station to Essen. However, there are services departing from Bruxelles-Central and arriving at Essen Hbf via Brussels-Nord and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Brussels Central Station to Essen?

The distance between Brussels Central Station and Essen is 301 km. The road distance is 233.6 km.

How do I travel from Brussels Central Station to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 46m and costs $54.35 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels Central Station to Essen train from?

Brussels Central Station to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train, bus or fly from Brussels Central Station to Essen?

The best way to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 46m and costs $54.35 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $43.48 and takes 4h 39m, you could also fly, which costs $81.52 - $391.30 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Brussels Central Station to Essen train arrive?

Brussels Central Station to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Brussels Central Station to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels Central Station to Essen is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Brussels Central Station to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels Central Station to Essen?

Book your Brussels Central Station to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 1889+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $41.36 per night.
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