How to Travel from

Charleroi to Essen

by Rideshare, Route or Car

Belgium Germany Charleroi Essen

Cheapest

By car (260 km)

2 h 25 min

260 km.

from $14

Other

Rideshare

2 h 25 min

260 km.

from $9.89

Train via Cologne

3 h 57 min

214 km.

from $97.57

Train (Train)

4 h 7 min

213 km.

from $114

Bus

6 h 38 min

214 km.

from $52.17

Train (Train #2)

4 h 32 min

214 km.

from $123.24

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:

+49 30 300 137 300

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

flixbus.com

Bus from Maastricht to Essen

Ave. Duration:

2h 20m

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$15.16–$22.74

Flibco

Phone:

+352 26 58 57 1

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

flibco.com/en

Bus from Charleroi Airport to Maastricht

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Every 3 hours

Estimated price:

$16.42–$24.00

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:

$45.48–$101.07

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

Train from Liege-Guillemins to Essen

Ave. Duration:

2h 15m

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$59.38–$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:

$37.90–$42.95

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 Charleroi-Central to Liège-Guillemins

Ave. Duration:

1h 17m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$12.00–$17.69

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 Liege-Guillemins to Koeln

Ave. Duration:

1h 40m

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:

[email protected]

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

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

The cheapest way to get from Charleroi to Essen is to bus which costs $30.43 - $43.48 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charleroi to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Charleroi and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Charleroi to Essen station. However, there are services departing from CHARLEROI Gare Centrale - Quai 18 and arriving at Essen central train station via Charleroi Airport and Maastricht. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Charleroi and Essen?

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

How far is it from Charleroi to Essen?

The distance between Charleroi and Essen is 296 km. The road distance is 257.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Charleroi to Essen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 57m and costs $48.91 - $173.91 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Charleroi to Essen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Charleroi to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Charleroi to Essen?

The best way to get from Charleroi to Essen is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 57m and costs $48.91 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $43.48 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Charleroi to Essen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Charleroi to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Charleroi to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleroi to Essen is 257 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Charleroi to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Fine

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Six ways to Travel from Charleroi to Essen

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Flibco

Train operators

Eurostar

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

National Express

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Flixtrain

Arriva NL

Questions and Answers

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Charleroi and Essen?

Is there a direct train between Charleroi and Essen?

How far is it from Charleroi to Essen?

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

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

Where do I catch the Charleroi to Essen bus from?

Where do I catch the Charleroi to Essen train from?

Train or bus from Charleroi to Essen?

Where does the Charleroi to Essen bus arrive?

Where does the Charleroi to Essen train arrive?

Can I drive from Charleroi to Essen?

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

Where can I stay near Essen?