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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essen to Brussels

Composite routes from Essen to Brussels

Cheapest
2 h 34 min
Car
225 km.
from $12

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 2
FlixBus
Website
BlaBlaCar Bus
Website
FlixBus
Website
3h 30m
Every 4 hours
$20.65–$29.35
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
BlaBlaCar Bus
Website
5h 45m
4 times a day
$19.57–$29.35
+33 18 57 62 228
+33 18 57 62 228
Call
Train operators
Found: 7
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
National Express
Website
European Sleeper
Website
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
Flixtrain
Website
Eurostar
Website
3h 30m
Twice daily
$70.65–$152.17
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
56 min
Hourly
$29.35–$33.70
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
National Express
Website
1h 3m
Every 30 minutes
$16.30–$23.91
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
European Sleeper
Website
5h 32m
Once a week
$16.30–$23.91
[email protected]
Contact via email
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website
2h 53m
3 times a week
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
1h 2m
6 times a week
+49 9126 301 90 70
+49 9126 301 90 70
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Flixtrain
Website
53 min
4 times a day
$6.52–$9.78
+49 30 300 137 100
+49 30 300 137 100
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
2h 46m
Once daily
$11.96–$21.74
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Brussels is to rideshare which costs $11.96 - $21.74 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Brussels is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Brussels?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Brussels-North train station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Brussels?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Essen to Brussels?

The distance between Essen and Brussels is 236 km. The road distance is 235 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Brussels without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $19.57 - $29.35 .

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

The bus from Essen central train station to Brussels-North train station takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Essen to Brussels bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Brussels train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Brussels?

The best way to get from Essen to Brussels is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $19.57 - $29.35 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70.65 - $152.17 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Essen to Brussels bus arrive?

Essen to Brussels bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

What is the time difference between Essen and Brussels?

It is currently 05:41 at both, Essen and Brussels.

Where does the Essen to Brussels train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Brussels?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Brussels is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Essen to Brussels.

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

Book your Essen to Brussels train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Brussels?

There are 1793+ hotels available in Brussels. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Brussels?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Essen and Brussels. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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