How to Travel from
Essen to Ghent
by Rideshare or Car
Two ways to Travel from Essen to Ghent
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (255 km)
2 h 29 min
255 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
2 h 29 min
255 km.
from $9.70
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
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
Email:
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
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Flixtrain
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 to Ghent?
The cheapest way to get from Essen to Ghent is to bus which costs $25 - $34.78 and takes 5h.
What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Ghent?
The fastest way to get from Essen to Ghent is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $44.57 - $65.22 .
Is there a direct bus between Essen 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 and Ghent?
No, there is no direct train from Essen 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 to Ghent?
The distance between Essen and Ghent is 335 km. The road distance is 255.9 km.
How do I travel from Essen to Ghent without a car?
The best way to get from Essen 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 to Ghent?
It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Essen to Ghent, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Essen to Ghent bus from?
Essen to Ghent bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.
Where do I catch the Essen to Ghent train from?
Essen to Ghent train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Train or bus from Essen to Ghent?
The best way to get from Essen 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 to Ghent bus arrive?
Essen to Ghent bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Ghent Dampoort station.
Where does the Essen to Ghent train arrive?
Essen to Ghent train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
Can I drive from Essen to Ghent?
Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Ghent is 256 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Essen to Ghent.
How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Ghent?
Book your Essen to Ghent train tickets online with Omio.
How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Ghent?
Book your Essen to Ghent bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
Where can I stay near Ghent?
There are 729+ hotels available in Ghent. Prices start at $51.96 per night.
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