- Distance: 73.5 km
- Duration: 1h 18m
The average train between Brussels and Essen takes 1h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Brussels to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Brussels and Essen. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Brussels is at 9:55 PM which arrives into Essen at 11:13 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bruxelles-Central station and arriving at Essen station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.
Brussels to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruxelles-Central station.
Brussels to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Essen station.
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The distance between Brussels and Essen is 69.2 km. The road distance is 76 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Bruxelles-Central to Essen hourly. Tickets cost €13–20 and the journey takes 1h 16m.
