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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Spa takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 4h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Spa. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 47m
Duration
197 km
Distance
€64
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Aachen Hbftrain train Re
4h 27m
€37–160

Essen to Spa train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Essen and Spa. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:07 PM which arrives into Spa at 7:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Aachen Hbf and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 197.5 km
  • Duration: 4h 47m

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

National Express operates a train from Essen Hbf to Aachen Hbf every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 58m. Three other operators also service this route.

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