The average train between Tongeren and Essen takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Tongeren 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 hourly between Tongeren and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tongeren is at 9:43 PM which arrives into Essen at 9:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Liege-Guillemins and take an average of 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Tongeren 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 Tongeren to Essen. However, there are services departing from Tongeren station and arriving at Essen station via Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
Tongeren to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Tongres station.
Tongeren to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Tongeren to Essen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Tongeren and Essen is 131.6 km. The road distance is 228 km.
You can take a train from Tongres to Essen Hbf via Liege-Guillemins and Köln Hbf in around 3h 3m.