- Distance: 302.2 km
- Duration: 2h 55m
The average train between Essen and Brussels takes 2h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. The train service runs several times per day 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 twice daily between Essen and Brussels. The earliest departure is at 6:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 12:24 PM which arrives into Brussels at 3:35 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 station and arriving at Brussels station. Services depart twice daily, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.
Essen to Brussels train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Brussels train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
Book your Essen to Brussels train tickets online with Eurostar.
The distance between Essen and Brussels is 197.6 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 €100–180 and the journey takes 2h 59m.
