What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen is to bus which costs €21 - €40 and takes 4h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels Airport (BRU) station to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North train station and arriving at Essen central train station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen. However, there are services departing from Brussels Airport-Zaventem and arriving at Essen Hbf via Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

The distance between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Essen is 202 km. The road distance is 224.4 km.

How do I travel from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen without a car is to train via Aachen which takes 3h 24m and costs €45 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen bus from?

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen train from?

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels Airport-Zaventem station.

Train, bus or fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

The best way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs €130 - €270. Alternatively, you can train via Aachen, which costs €45 - €230 and takes 3h 24m, you could also bus, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen bus arrive?

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen train arrive?

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen is 224 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Can I share a ride from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Essen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen by plane, train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, car, or train

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Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
best
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BRU - DUS
3h 6m
€135–269
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen central train stationbus N380 / ...
4h 56m
€21–39
Train via Aachen
1. Take the train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Aachen Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Re
3h 24m
€48–229
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Brussels-BRU to Essenrideshare 224.4 km
2h 23m
Drive 224.4 km
1. Drive from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essencar 224.4 km
2h 23m
€35–50
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BRU - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Essen Hbftrain
3h 6m
€122–410
Train
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
3h 31m
€52–254
Train #2
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Essen Hbftrain Tha
4h 13m
€53–105

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen by train

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Distance: 201.6 km
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Brussels Airport (BRU), Belgium and Essen, Germany?

KLM, Brussels Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Essen Hbf via Aachen Hbf in around 3h 24m.

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