The average train between Boom and Essen takes 6h 16m and the fastest train takes 5h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Boom to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Boom and Essen. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boom is at 8:46 PM which arrives into Essen at 7:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Anvers-Central and take an average of 6h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Boom to Essen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Boom to Essen. However, there are services departing from Boom station and arriving at Essen station via Breda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.
Boom to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Anvers-Central station.
Boom to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Oberhausen Hbf station.
Book your Boom to Essen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Boom and Essen is 188.1 km. The road distance is 291 km.
You can take a train from Boom to Essen Hbf via Anvers-Central, Breda, Arnhem Centraal, and Oberhausen Hbf in around 4h 42m.