The average train between Essen and Genk takes 6h 15m and the fastest train takes 5h. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Genk. 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 5 times a day between Essen and Genk. The earliest departure is at 3:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:40 PM which arrives into Genk at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 6h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Genk. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Genk station via Köln Hbf station, Liège, Guillemins Bf station and Landen station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.
Essen to Genk train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Genk train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Genk station.
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The distance between Essen and Genk is 118.6 km. The road distance is 140 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Genk via Köln Hbf, Liège-Guillemins, and Landen in around 4h 50m.
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