The average train between Essen and Hasselt takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Hasselt. 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 twice daily between Essen and Hasselt. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:24 AM which arrives into Hasselt at 3:37 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Hasselt. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Hasselt station via Liege-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Essen to Hasselt train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Hasselt train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Hasselt station.
Book your Essen to Hasselt train tickets online with Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Essen and Hasselt is 130.5 km. The road distance is 254 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Hasselt via Liège-Guillemins in around 4h 2m.