The average train between Lier and Essen takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Lier to Essen. 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 every 4 hours between Lier and Essen. The earliest departure is at 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lier is at 9:39 PM which arrives into Essen at 9:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Brussels-Nord and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lier to Essen? 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 Lier to Essen. However, there are services departing from Lier station and arriving at Essen station via Koeln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Lier to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Lier to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Lier to Essen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and National Express.
The distance between Lier and Essen is 173.6 km. The road distance is 337 km.
You can take a train from Lierre to Essen Hbf via Brussels-Nord and Köln Hbf in around 3h 54m.