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

The cheapest way to get from Waregem to Essen is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waregem to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Waregem and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Waregem station to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Gent Sint-Pietersstation perron 15 and arriving at Essen central train station via Ghent Dampoort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Waregem and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Waregem to Essen. However, there are services departing from Waregem and arriving at Essen Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Koeln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Waregem to Essen?

The distance between Waregem and Essen is 382 km. The road distance is 280.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Waregem to Essen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 25m and costs €55 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Waregem to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waregem to Essen bus from?

Waregem to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ghent Dampoort station.

Where do I catch the Waregem to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Waregem to Essen?

The best way to get from Waregem to Essen is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 25m and costs €55 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Waregem to Essen bus arrive?

Waregem to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Waregem to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waregem to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Waregem to Essen is 281 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Waregem to Essen.

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

Book your Waregem to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Waregem to Essen bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2790+ hotels available in Essen.

Waregem to Essen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromWaregem to Essen

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Waregem to Essen by train (Eurostar), bus, or car

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

Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Waregem to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Ice / ...
4h 25m
€55–217
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Essen central train stationbus N1360b
6h 49m
€33–51
Drive 280.8 km
1. Drive from Waregem to Essencar 280.8 km
2h 55m
€45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Waregem to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Essen Hbftrain Tha
4h 44m
€124–212
Train #2
1. Take the train from Waregem to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen Hbftrain Thalys
4h 47m
€124–212

Waregem to Essen by train

125Weekly Trains

4h 25mAverage Duration

€55Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Waregem to Essen.

Launch map view

Distance: 382.4 km
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Waregem to Essen Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Koeln Hbf in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ghent Dampoort to Essen central train station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €25–40 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.