The average train between Essen and Mons takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Mons. 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 Mons. 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 Mons at 3:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Bruxelles Midi and take an average of 4h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Mons. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Mons station via Bruxelles Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.
Essen to Mons train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Mons train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Mons station.
Book your Essen to Mons train tickets online with Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Essen and Mons is 241.6 km. The road distance is 356 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Mons via Bruxelles Midi and Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h.