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Mechelen to Essen

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2 h 3 min
217 km.
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Three ways to Travel from Mechelen to Essen

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Cheapest
By car (217 km)
2 h 3 min
217 km.
from $11
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Rideshare
2 h 3 min
217 km.
from $8.26
Train via Cologne
3 h 57 min
182 km.
from $89.43

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 Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.48–$30.32

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 Mechelen to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Essen is to bus via Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats which costs $22.83 - $31.52 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $36.96 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Mechelen and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Mechelen to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Mechelen Biest and arriving at Essen - Bus Station via Rumst Busstation and Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to Essen. However, there are services departing from Malines and arriving at Essen Hbf via Brussels-Nord and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Mechelen to Essen?

The distance between Mechelen and Essen is 319 km. The road distance is 216.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Essen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 57m and costs $54.35 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Mechelen to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Essen bus from?

Mechelen to Essen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Antwerp - Rooseveltplaats station.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Mechelen to Essen?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Essen is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 57m and costs $54.35 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $36.96 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Mechelen to Essen bus arrive?

Mechelen to Essen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Essen - Bus Station.

Where does the Mechelen to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mechelen to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Essen is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Mechelen to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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