What is the cheapest way to get from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen is to bus which costs €25 - €45 and takes 5h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Gent-Dampoort Station and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ghent Dampoort and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Gent-Dampoort Station and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen. However, there are services departing from Gand-Dampoort and arriving at Essen Hbf via Gand-Saint-Pierre, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen?

The distance between Gent-Dampoort Station and Essen is 362 km. The road distance is 252.4 km.

How do I travel from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 17m and costs €60 - €300.

How long does it take to get from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen bus from?

Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ghent Dampoort station.

Where do I catch the Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen train from?

Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.

Train or bus from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen?

The best way to get from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 17m and costs €60 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €45 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen bus arrive?

Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen train arrive?

Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen?

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
4h 17m
€64–292
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Essen central train stationbus N1360b
5h 19m
€25–45
Drive 252.4 km
1. Drive from Gent-Dampoort Station to Essencar 252.4 km
2h 39m
€39–57
Train
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Essen Hbftrain Tha
4h 51m
€59–147
Train #2
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen Hbftrain Thalys
5h
€101–208

Gent-Dampoort Station to Essen by train

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Distance: 361.5 km
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Gent-Dampoort Station, Belgium and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Gand-Dampoort to Essen Hbf via Gand-Saint-Pierre, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Köln Hbf in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ghent Dampoort to Essen central train station once daily. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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