What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen is to bus which costs €20 - €40 and takes 4h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels Central Station and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels Central Station 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 49m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels Central Station and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels Central Station to Essen. However, there are services departing from Bruxelles-Central and arriving at Essen Hbf via Brussels-Nord and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Brussels Central Station to Essen?

The distance between Brussels Central Station and Essen is 301 km. The road distance is 230 km.

How do I travel from Brussels Central Station to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 24m and costs €50 - €250.

How long does it take to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels Central Station to Essen bus from?

Brussels Central Station to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Brussels Central Station to Essen train from?

Brussels Central Station to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train, bus or fly from Brussels Central Station to Essen?

The best way to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen is to train via Cologne which takes 3h 24m and costs €50 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €40 and takes 4h 49m, you could also fly, which costs €130 - €280 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Brussels Central Station to Essen bus arrive?

Brussels Central Station to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Brussels Central Station to Essen train arrive?

Brussels Central Station to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Brussels Central Station to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels Central Station to Essen is 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Brussels Central Station to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels Central Station to Essen?

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There are 6 ways to get from Brussels Central Station to Essen by train (Eurostar), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
3h 24m
€50–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen central train stationbus N380 / ...
4h 49m
€20–36
Drive 230 km
1. Drive from Brussels Central Station to Essencar 230 km
2h 25m
€36–52
Fly
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BRU - DUS
5h 24m
€130–276
Train (Eurostar)
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen Hbftrain Thalys
3h 54m
€90–161
Train #2
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Essen Hbftrain Tha
3h 54m
€50–101

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Distance: 300.6 km
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What companies run services between Brussels Central Station, Belgium and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Bruxelles-Central to Essen Hbf via Brussels-Nord and Köln Hbf in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €20–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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