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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Antwerp is to bus which costs €15 - €27 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Antwerp is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Antwerp?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen - Bus Station station and arriving at Antwerp - Berchem. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Antwerp?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Antwerp. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Anvers-Central via Köln Hbf and Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Essen to Antwerp?

The distance between Essen and Antwerp is 204 km. The road distance is 197.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Antwerp without a car is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs €15 - €27.

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

The bus from Essen - Bus Station to Antwerp - Berchem takes 3h 55m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Essen to Antwerp bus from?

Essen to Antwerp bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Essen - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Antwerp train from?

Essen to Antwerp train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Antwerp?

The best way to get from Essen to Antwerp is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs €15 - €27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €150 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Essen to Antwerp bus arrive?

Essen to Antwerp bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Antwerp - Berchem station.

Where does the Essen to Antwerp train arrive?

Essen to Antwerp train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Antwerp?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Antwerp is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Essen to Antwerp.

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

Book your Essen to Antwerp train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Antwerp?

Book your Essen to Antwerp bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Antwerp?

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Essen to Antwerp - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Essen to Antwerp by bus, train (Eurostar), or car

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1. Take the bus from Essen - Bus Station to Antwerp - Berchembus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 55m
€15–27
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain 79
3. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic / ...
4h 11m
€49–143
Drive 197.8 km
1. Drive from Essen to Antwerpcar 197.8 km
2h 7m
€32–46

Essen to Antwerp by bus

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Distance: 203.6 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Antwerp, Belgium?

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Essen - Bus Station to Antwerp - Berchem twice daily. Tickets cost €15–25 and the journey takes 3h 55m. FlixBus also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Essen Hbf to Anvers-Central via Köln Hbf and Brussels-Nord in around 4h 11m.

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