The average train between Hasselt and Essen takes 2h 23m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Hasselt 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 hourly between Hasselt and Essen. The earliest departure is at 4:41 AM at night, and the last departure from Hasselt is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Essen at 6:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Hasselt to Essen. However, there are services departing from Hasselt station and arriving at Essen station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.
Hasselt to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Hasselt station.
Hasselt to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Essen station.
Book your Hasselt to Essen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Hasselt and Essen is 85 km. The road distance is 139 km.
You can take a train from Hasselt to Essen via Anvers-Central in around 2h 23m.