What is the cheapest way to get from Albert to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Albert to Essen is to bus which costs €30 - €70 and takes 9h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Albert to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Albert to Essen is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Albert and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Albert to Essen. However, there are services departing from Albert and arriving at Essen Hbf via Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Albert to Essen?

The distance between Albert and Essen is 504 km. The road distance is 406.3 km.

How do I travel from Albert to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Albert to Essen without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs €120 - €250.

How long does it take to get from Albert to Essen?

It takes approximately 6h to get from Albert to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Albert to Essen train from?

Albert to Essen train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Albert station.

Train or bus from Albert to Essen?

The best way to get from Albert to Essen is to train which takes 6h and costs €120 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 9h 53m.

Where does the Albert to Essen train arrive?

Albert to Essen train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Albert to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Albert to Essen is 406 km. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Albert to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Albert to Essen?

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Albert to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Albert to Essen by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Albert to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen Hbftrain
6h
€126–242
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amiens to Brussels-North train stationbus 712
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Essen central train stationbus 081 / ...
9h 53m
€35–65
Drive 406.3 km
1. Drive from Albert to Essencar 406.3 km
3h 55m
€63–91
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Albert to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Tournai to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Essen Hbftrain Tha
6h 55m
€129–230

Albert to Essen by train and tram

14Weekly Services

6hAverage Duration

€126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 503.7 km
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Albert, Hauts-de-France, France and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Albert to Essen Hbf via Lille Flandres, Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Albert to Essen central train station via Amiens, Amiens, and Brussels-North train station in around 9h 53m.

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