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Essen Hbf to Ghent

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Ghent
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.26–$40.71

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Essen - Bus Station to Antwerp
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.70–$178.12
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.44–$89.06
Train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.97–$152.67

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.35–$39.44
Train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$54.71–$62.34

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Bruxelles-Midi to Gent-Sint-Pieters
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.27–$12.09
Train from Anvers-Central to Gand-Dampoort
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.91–$12.72

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$19.08–$27.99

European Sleeper

Website:
europeansleeper.eu/
Train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$17.81–$27.99

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.63–$11.45

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Ghent?

The cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Ghent is to bus which costs $25 - $34.78 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Ghent?

The fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Ghent is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $44.57 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen Hbf and Ghent?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Ghent Dampoort. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Essen Hbf and Ghent?

No, there is no direct train from Essen Hbf to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Gent-Sint-Pieters via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Essen Hbf to Ghent?

The distance between Essen Hbf and Ghent is 335 km. The road distance is 255.3 km.

How do I travel from Essen Hbf to Ghent without a car?

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Ghent without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs $76.09 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Essen Hbf to Ghent?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Essen Hbf to Ghent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen Hbf to Ghent bus from?

Essen Hbf to Ghent bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen Hbf to Ghent train from?

Essen Hbf to Ghent train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen Hbf to Ghent?

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Ghent is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs $76.09 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $34.78 and takes 5h.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Ghent bus arrive?

Essen Hbf to Ghent bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Ghent Dampoort station.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Ghent train arrive?

Essen Hbf to Ghent train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Essen Hbf to Ghent?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen Hbf to Ghent is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Essen Hbf to Ghent.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen Hbf to Ghent?

Book your Essen Hbf to Ghent train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen Hbf to Ghent?

Book your Essen Hbf to Ghent bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ghent?

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