The average train between Essen and Turnhout takes 5h and the fastest train takes 4h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Turnhout. 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 4 times a day between Essen and Turnhout. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:39 PM which arrives into Turnhout at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 5h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Turnhout? 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 Essen to Turnhout. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Turnhout station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.
Essen to Turnhout train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Turnhout train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Turnhout station.
Book your Essen to Turnhout train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Essen and Turnhout is 144.2 km. The road distance is 375 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Turnhout via Köln Hbf and Brussels-Nord in around 5h 36m.