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Leuven, Belgium → Essen, Germany

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Six ways to Travel from Leuven to Essen

Composite routes from Leuven to Essen

Cheapest
2 h
Car
210 km.
from $11
Other
2 h
Rideshare
210 km.
from $7.99
3 h 17 min
172 km.
from $97.61
4 h 25 min
172 km.
from $44.98
3 h 22 min
171 km.
from $112.11
3 h 47 min
172 km.
from $121.37

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Maastricht to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.42–$22.74

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Leuven to Maastricht
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.90–$20.21

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$46.74–$101.07
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.16–$88.43
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.58–$69.48
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.32–$113.70
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$60.64–$126.34

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$39.16–$44.22
Train from Köln Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.11–$39.16
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$29.06–$32.85
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$44.22–$50.53

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–$20.21

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Louvain to Liège-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.11–$15.16
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 1m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.95–$27.79
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.58–$45.48

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
37 min
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
Train from Aachen Hbf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.90–$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:
$10.74–$15.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Essen is to bus which costs $26.09 - $36.96 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $35.87 - $53.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Leuven to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Leuven and arriving at Essen central train station via Maastricht. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Leuven and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Leuven to Essen. However, there are services departing from Louvain and arriving at Essen Hbf via Liege-Guillemins and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Leuven to Essen?

The distance between Leuven and Essen is 271 km. The road distance is 208.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Leuven to Essen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 17m and costs $48.91 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Leuven to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Essen bus from?

Leuven to Essen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Leuven station.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Leuven to Essen?

The best way to get from Leuven to Essen is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 17m and costs $48.91 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26.09 - $36.96 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Leuven to Essen bus arrive?

Leuven to Essen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Maastricht station.

Where does the Leuven to Essen train arrive?

Leuven to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Liège-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Leuven to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Essen is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Leuven to Essen.

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

Book your Leuven to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Leuven to Essen bus 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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