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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.

4h 48m
Duration
291 km
Distance
€62
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve to Essen train times

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.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)10h 54m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 54m • 2 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)National Express4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)3h 54m • 2 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)National Express4h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 54m • 2 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)National Express4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)3h 54m • 2 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)National Express4h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 54m • 2 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)National Express4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)3h 54m • 2 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)National Express4h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 54m • 2 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)National Express4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarDeutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)3h 54m • 2 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)National Express4h 1m • 2 changes
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Want 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.

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  • Distance: 290.9 km
  • Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Ottignies to Essen Hbf via Liege-Guillemins and Aachen Hbf in around 4h 15m.

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