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Five ways to Travel from Essen to Leuven

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Cheapest
By car (208 km)
2 h 2 min
208 km.
from $11
Other
Rideshare
2 h 2 min
208 km.
from $7.91
Train
3 h 49 min
171 km.
from $115.01
Bus via Brussels-North train station
4 h 45 min
172 km.
from $27.57
Train via Cologne
3 h 57 min
172 km.
from $98.09

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Brussels-North
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.17–$34.35

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Essen - Bus Station to Brussels
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$41.98

De Lijn

Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Bus from Brussel Noord opstaphalte to Leuven
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.10

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Essen Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.71–$114.50
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.81–$69.97
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 Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$44.53–$50.89
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$29.26–$33.08
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 Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.72–$20.36

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Liège-Guillemins to Louvain
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.18–$15.27

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
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 Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
3 times a week
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 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 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 Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.81–$15.27

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Leuven is to bus via Brussels-North train station which costs $23.91 - $32.61 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Leuven is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $35.87 - $53.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Leuven?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Leuven Wijnpers via Brussel Noord opstaphalte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Leuven?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Louvain via Aachen Hbf and Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Essen to Leuven?

The distance between Essen and Leuven is 271 km. The road distance is 209.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs $29.35 - $173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Essen to Leuven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Leuven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Leuven train from?

Essen to Leuven train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Essen to Leuven?

The best way to get from Essen to Leuven is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs $29.35 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus via Brussels-North train station, which costs $23.91 - $32.61 and takes 4h 45m. There are no good options to bus between Essen to Leuven.

Where does the Essen to Leuven bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Leuven train arrive?

Essen to Leuven train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Leuven is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Essen to Leuven.

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

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Where can I stay near Leuven?

There are 1304+ hotels available in Leuven. Prices start at $41.36 per night.
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