The average train between Genk and Essen takes 7h 52m and the fastest train takes 5h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Genk 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 3 times a day between Genk and Essen. The earliest departure is at 12:40 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Genk is at 8:40 PM which arrives into Essen at 6:32 PM. All services require a transfer at Landen and take an average of 7h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Genk to Essen. However, there are services departing from Genk station and arriving at Essen station via Landen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.
Genk to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Genk station.
Genk to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Genk to Essen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Eurostar.
The distance between Genk and Essen is 118.6 km. The road distance is 284 km.
You can take a train from Genk to Essen Hbf via Landen, Liege-Guillemins, and Köln Hbf in around 4h 14m.
