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Herentals, Belgium → Essen, Germany

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Five ways to Travel from Herentals to Essen

Composite routes from Herentals to Essen

Cheapest
1 h 45 min
Car
176 km.
from $9
Other
1 h 45 min
Rideshare
176 km.
from $6.70
4 h 29 min
153 km.
from $125.28
4 h 52 min
154 km.
from $34.28
4 h 59 min
Bus, Train
153 km.
from $85.72

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Tilburg Station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$29.06

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$30.32

De Lijn

Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Bus from Herentals Belgiëlaan to Antwerpen
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.01
Bus from Herentals Belgiëlaan to Leuven
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.01

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:
$37.90–$82.12
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.32–$69.48
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$53.06–$113.70

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:
$53.06–$59.38
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$32.85–$37.90
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$27.79–$31.58
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$49.27

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.63–$18.95

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Herentals to Brussels-Nord
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.21–$12.63
Train from Louvain to Liège-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.48–$13.90
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.58–$11.37

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:
$17.69–$26.53
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.32–$44.22

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 42m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
4 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:
$6.95–$10.74
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.63–$20.21

Arriva NL

Phone:
0800-0232 545
Website:
arriva.nl
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.11–$15.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Herentals to Essen is to bus which costs $19.57 - $29.35 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Herentals to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $29.35 - $43.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Herentals and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Herentals to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Herentals Belgiëlaan and arriving at Essen - Bus Station via Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Herentals and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Herentals to Essen. However, there are services departing from Herentals and arriving at Essen Hbf via Brussels-Nord and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Herentals to Essen?

The distance between Herentals and Essen is 357 km. The road distance is 176.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Herentals to Essen without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs $54.35 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Herentals to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Herentals to Essen bus from?

Herentals to Essen bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Herentals Belgiëlaan station.

Where do I catch the Herentals to Essen train from?

Herentals to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Herentals station.

Train or bus from Herentals to Essen?

The best way to get from Herentals to Essen is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs $54.35 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19.57 - $29.35 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Herentals to Essen bus arrive?

Herentals to Essen bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Antwerpen Roosevelt perron Osy station.

Where does the Herentals to Essen train arrive?

Herentals to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Herentals to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Herentals to Essen is 176 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Herentals to Essen.

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

Book your Herentals to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essen?

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