The average train between Essen and Kortrijk takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Kortrijk. 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 Kortrijk. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Kortrijk at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Kortrijk. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Kortrijk station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
Essen to Kortrijk train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Essen station.
Essen to Kortrijk train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Courtrai station.
Book your Essen to Kortrijk train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Essen and Kortrijk is 110.1 km. The road distance is 134 km.
You can take a train from Essen to Courtrai via Anvers-Central in around 2h 20m.