The average train between Essen Hbf and Brussels takes 2h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen Hbf 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 twice daily between Essen Hbf and Brussels. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen Hbf is at 11:24 AM which arrives into Brussels at 2:35 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Brussels station. Services depart twice daily, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.
Essen Hbf to Brussels train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen Hbf to Brussels train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
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The distance between Essen Hbf and Brussels is 197.5 km. The road distance is 302 km.
Eurostar operates a train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi 4 times a day. Tickets cost €90–160 and the journey takes 2h 57m. Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) also services this route twice daily.