The average train between Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve and Essen takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve 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 Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve is at 10:49 PM which arrives into Essen at 8:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Liege-Guillemins and take an average of 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve 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 Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve to Essen. However, there are services departing from Ottignies station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Liège-Guillemins station and Aachen Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.
Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ottignies station.
Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve to Essen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve and Essen is 192.2 km. The road distance is 230 km.
You can take a train from Ottignies to Essen Hbf via Liege-Guillemins and Aachen Hbf in around 4h 15m.