The average train between Namur and Essen takes 4h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Namur 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 2 hours between Namur and Essen. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Namur is at 8:19 PM which arrives into Essen at 3:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Liege-Guillemins and take an average of 4h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Namur 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 Namur to Essen. However, there are services departing from Namur station and arriving at Essen station via Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.
Namur to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Namur station.
Namur to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Namur to Essen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Namur and Essen is 186.2 km. The road distance is 259 km.
You can take a train from Namur to Essen Hbf via Liege-Guillemins and Köln Hbf in around 3h 46m.