- Distance: 73.2 km
- Duration: 1h 18m
The train between Essen and Brussels takes 1h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Brussels. 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 Essen and Brussels. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 10:47 PM which arrives into Brussels at 12:06 AM. 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 Essen station and arriving at Brussels station. Services depart hourly, and operate 5 times a week. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.
Essen to Brussels train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Essen station.
Essen to Brussels train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Central station.
Book your Essen to Brussels train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Essen and Brussels is 69.2 km. The road distance is 73 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Essen to Bruxelles-Central hourly. Tickets cost €12–25 and the journey takes 1h 19m.
