The average train between Waregem and Essen takes 6h 59m and the fastest train takes 5h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Waregem 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 3 times a day between Waregem and Essen. The earliest departure is at 4:29 AM at night, and the last departure from Waregem is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Essen at 9:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 6h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


5h 24m • 2 changes

6h 2m • 2 changes

5h 48m • 2 changes

5h 52m • 2 changes

5h 24m • 2 changes

6h 2m • 2 changes

5h 48m • 2 changes

5h 20m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Waregem 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 Waregem to Essen. However, there are services departing from Waregem station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Bruxelles-Midi station and Koeln Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.
Waregem to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Waregem station.
Waregem to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Waregem and Essen is 257.7 km. The road distance is 281 km.
You can take a train from Waregem to Essen Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Koeln Hbf in around 4h 25m.