- Distance: 71.4 km
- Duration: 1h 10m
The train between Brussels and Essen takes 1h 10m. 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 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 10:03 PM which arrives into Essen at 11:13 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussels station and arriving at Essen station. Services depart hourly, and operate 5 times a week. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.
Brussels to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Brussels to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Essen station.
Book your Brussels to Essen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Brussels and Essen is 69.2 km. The road distance is 71 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Essen hourly. Tickets cost €12–24 and the journey takes 1h 10m.
