What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Turnhout?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Turnhout is to line 679 bus and bus which costs €6 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Turnhout?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Turnhout is to drive which takes 46 min and costs €7 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Turnhout?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Turnhout. However, there are services departing from Essen Bibliotheek and arriving at Turnhout Zeshoek via Hoogstraten 't Spijker perron 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Turnhout?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Turnhout. However, there are services departing from Essen and arriving at Turnhout via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Essen to Turnhout?

The distance between Essen and Turnhout is 52 km. The road distance is 43.8 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Turnhout without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Turnhout without a car is to line 679 bus and bus which takes 1h 50m and costs €6.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Turnhout?

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Essen to Turnhout, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Turnhout bus from?

Essen to Turnhout bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Essen Bibliotheek station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Turnhout train from?

Essen to Turnhout train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Essen station.

Train or bus from Essen to Turnhout?

The best way to get from Essen to Turnhout is to line 679 bus and bus which takes 1h 50m and costs €6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €12 - €28 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Essen to Turnhout bus arrive?

Essen to Turnhout bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Hoogstraten 't Spijker perron 2 station.

Where does the Essen to Turnhout train arrive?

Essen to Turnhout train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Essen to Turnhout?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Turnhout is 44 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Essen to Turnhout.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Turnhout?

Book your Essen to Turnhout train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Turnhout?

There are 449+ hotels available in Turnhout.

Essen to Turnhout - 5 ways to travel via train, line 679 bus, bus, car

How to get fromEssen to Turnhout

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Turnhout by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 679 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Essen Bibliotheek to Hoogstraten 't Spijker perron 2bus 679
2. Take the bus from Hoogstraten 't Spijker perron 1 to Turnhout Zeshoekbus 43a / ...
1h 50m
€6
Train
1. Take the train from Essen to Anvers-Centraltrain S32 / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Turnhouttrain Ic / ...
2h 13m
€13–27
Drive 43.8 km
1. Drive from Essen to Turnhoutcar 43.8 km
46 min
€8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Turnhouttaxi 43.8 km
46 min
€140–180
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Essen to Anvers-Centraltrain S32 / ...
2. Take the bus from Antwerpen Centraal Station perron 1 to Turnhout Warande perron 1bus X41 / ...
1h 57m
€8–12

Essen to Turnhout by bus

6Weekly Buses

1h 50mAverage Duration

€6Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Essen to Turnhout.

Launch map view

Distance: 51.9 km
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Essen, Belgium and Turnhout, Belgium?

You can take a bus from Essen Bibliotheek to Turnhout Zeshoek via Hoogstraten 't Spijker perron 1 in around 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Essen to Turnhout via Anvers-Central in around 2h 13m.

Train operators