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1 h 25 min
144 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Essen to Genk

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Cheapest
By car (144 km)
1 h 25 min
144 km.
from $7
Other
Rideshare
1 h 25 min
144 km.
from $5.48
Bus
3 h 28 min
118 km.
from $28.98
Train, Bus
3 h 34 min
117 km.
from $67.96
Train, line 45 bus via Düsseldorf
4 h 20 min
118 km.
from $56.07
Train, line 45 bus via Aachen
4 h 23 min
118 km.
from $61.13
Train
5 h 7 min
117 km.
from $141.33

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Maastricht
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.54–$24.17

De Lijn

Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Bus from Maastricht Station perron D to Genk
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.10

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$30.53–$69.97
Train from Essen Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.71–$114.50
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.44–$89.06
Train from Köln Hbf to Liège-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$47.07–$101.78

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Herzogenrath,
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$38.17–$43.26
Train from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$27.99–$31.81
Train from Essen Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$44.53–$50.89
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.35–$39.44
Train from Köln Hbf to Liège-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$39.44–$44.53

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Landen to Genk
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.63–$11.45

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54
Train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Herzogenrath
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.81–$25.45
Train from Essen Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.81–$45.80
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$19.08–$27.99

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Köln Hbf to Liège-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
3 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

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

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.94–$5.73
Train from Essen Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.63–$11.45

Arriva NL

Phone:
0800-0232 545
Website:
arriva.nl
Train from Herzogenrath to Maastricht
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.27–$12.09
Train from Aachen Hbf to Maastricht
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.18–$15.27

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Genk is to bus and line 45 bus which costs $17.39 - $23.91 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Genk is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Genk?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Genk. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Genk Shopping Center perron 1 via Maastricht Station perron D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Genk?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Genk. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Genk via Köln Hbf, Liège-Guillemins and Landen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Essen to Genk?

The distance between Essen and Genk is 181 km. The road distance is 145.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Genk without a car is to bus and line 45 bus which takes 3h 28m and costs $17.39 - $23.91 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Essen to Genk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Genk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Genk train from?

Essen to Genk train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Genk?

The best way to get from Essen to Genk is to bus and line 45 bus which takes 3h 28m and costs $17.39 - $23.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $52.17 - $184.78 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Essen to Genk bus arrive?

Essen to Genk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Maastricht station.

Where does the Essen to Genk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Genk?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Genk is 146 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Essen to Genk.

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

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Where can I stay near Genk?

There are 944+ hotels available in Genk. Prices start at $41.99 per night.
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