The average train between Heusden-Zolder and Essen takes 5h 53m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Heusden-Zolder 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 every 3 hours between Heusden-Zolder and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Heusden-Zolder is at 10:33 PM which arrives into Essen at 9:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Hasselt and take an average of 5h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 17m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Heusden-Zolder to Essen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Heusden-Zolder to Essen. However, there are services departing from Heusden-Zolder station and arriving at Essen station via Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.
Heusden-Zolder to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Hasselt station.
Heusden-Zolder to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Heusden-Zolder to Essen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Heusden-Zolder and Essen is 130.2 km. The road distance is 271 km.
You can take a train from Heusden to Essen Hbf via Hasselt, Liege-Guillemins, and Köln Hbf in around 4h 35m.