The average train between Mol and Essen takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Mol 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 4 hours between Mol and Essen. The earliest departure is at 4:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Mol is at 8:58 PM which arrives into Essen at 9:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Herentals and take an average of 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 52m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Mol 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 Mol to Essen. However, there are services departing from Mol station and arriving at Essen station via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
Mol to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Herentals station.
Mol to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Mol to Essen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and National Express.
The distance between Mol and Essen is 135 km. The road distance is 378 km.
You can take a train from Mol to Essen Hbf via Herentals, Brussels-Nord, and Köln Hbf in around 5h 24m.