How to Travel from
Brussels to Essen
by Rideshare or Car
Two ways to Travel from Brussels to Essen
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (236 km)
2 h 18 min
236 km.
from $12
Other
Rideshare
2 h 18 min
236 km.
from $8.98
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.65–$29.35
BlaBlaCar Bus
Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.65–$29.35
Airlines
KLM
Website:
klm.com
Plane from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$815.22
Plane from Brussels National Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$369.57
Lufthansa
Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Brussels National Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$369.57
Swiss
Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Brussels National Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$391.30
Train operators
NS
Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Brussel-Zuid to Schiphol
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.83–$59.78
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:
$33.70–$76.09
Train from Brussel-Zuid to Schiphol
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$54.35–$119.57
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$152.17
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:
$46.74–$52.17
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.35–$33.70
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:
$16.30–$23.91
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 42m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Flixtrain
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.78
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Essen?
The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Essen is to bus which costs $20.65 - $29.35 and takes 3h 35m.
What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Essen?
The fastest way to get from Brussels to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .
Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Essen?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brussels-North train station station and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.
Is there a direct train between Brussels and Essen?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 3m.
How far is it from Brussels to Essen?
The distance between Brussels and Essen is 299 km. The road distance is 235 km.
How do I travel from Brussels to Essen without a car?
The best way to get from Brussels to Essen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 2h 36m and costs $53.26 - $130.43 .
How long does it take to get from Brussels to Essen?
It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Brussels to Essen, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Brussels to Essen bus from?
Brussels to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.
Where do I catch the Brussels to Essen train from?
Brussels to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Train, bus or fly from Brussels to Essen?
The best way to get from Brussels to Essen is to train via Cologne which takes 2h 36m and costs $53.26 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20.65 - $29.35 and takes 3h 35m, you could also fly, which costs $81.52 - $391.30 and takes 5h 37m.
Where does the Brussels to Essen bus arrive?
Brussels to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.
Where does the Brussels to Essen train arrive?
Brussels to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
Can I drive from Brussels to Essen?
Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Essen is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Brussels to Essen.
How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to Essen?
Book your Brussels to Essen train tickets online with Omio.
How do I get a bus ticket from Brussels to Essen?
Book your Brussels to Essen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
Where can I stay near Essen?
There are 1889+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $41.36 per night.
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