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274 km.
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Nivelles, Belgium → Essen, Germany

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Four ways to Travel from Nivelles to Essen

Composite routes from Nivelles to Essen

Cheapest
2 h 31 min
Car
274 km.
from $15
Other
2 h 31 min
Rideshare
274 km.
from $10.42
4 h
210 km.
from $121.83
7 h 32 min
210 km.
from $39.72

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 Brussels - Midi Train Station to Essen
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.06–$41.69

Flibco

Phone:
+352 26 58 57 1
Email:
Website:
flibco.com/en
Bus from Charleroi Airport to Maastricht
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.69–$25.27

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.48–$151.60
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 Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$54.32–$61.90
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 Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
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 Nivelles to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Nivelles to Essen is to bus which costs $30.43 - $43.48 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nivelles to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $44.57 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Nivelles and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Nivelles to Essen station. However, there are services departing from NIVELLES Place de Lalieux and arriving at Essen central train station via FLEURUS Gare SNCB - Quai A, Charleroi Airport and Maastricht. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Nivelles and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Nivelles to Essen. However, there are services departing from Nivelles and arriving at Essen Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Nivelles to Essen?

The distance between Nivelles and Essen is 332 km. The road distance is 257 km.

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

The best way to get from Nivelles to Essen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 4h and costs $54.35 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Nivelles to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nivelles to Essen bus from?

Nivelles to Essen bus services, operated by Flibco, depart from Charleroi Airport station.

Where do I catch the Nivelles to Essen train from?

Nivelles to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Train or bus from Nivelles to Essen?

The best way to get from Nivelles to Essen is to train via Cologne which takes 4h and costs $54.35 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $43.48 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Nivelles to Essen bus arrive?

Nivelles to Essen bus services, operated by Flibco, arrive at Maastricht Meerssenerweg 231 station.

What is the time difference between Nivelles and Essen?

It is currently 13:29 at both, Nivelles and Essen.

Where does the Nivelles to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nivelles to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Nivelles to Essen is 257 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Nivelles to Essen.

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

Book your Nivelles 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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