What is the cheapest way to get from Antwerp (Land) to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Antwerp (Land) to Essen is to bus via Antwerp which costs €18 - €50 and takes 4h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Antwerp (Land) to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Antwerp (Land) to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Antwerp (Land) and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Antwerp (Land) to Essen?

The distance between Antwerp (Land) and Essen is 206 km. The road distance is 197.3 km.

How do I travel from Antwerp (Land) to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Antwerp (Land) to Essen without a car is to bus via Antwerp which takes 4h 52m and costs €18 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Antwerp (Land) to Essen?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Antwerp (Land) to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Antwerp (Land) to Essen bus from?

Antwerp (Land) to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where does the Antwerp (Land) to Essen bus arrive?

Antwerp (Land) to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Can I drive from Antwerp (Land) to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Antwerp (Land) to Essen is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Antwerp (Land) to Essen.

How do I get a bus ticket from Antwerp (Land) to Essen?

Book your Antwerp (Land) to Essen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2556+ hotels available in Essen.

Antwerp (Land) to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Antwerp (Land) to Essen by bus, car, train, or plane

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

Bus via Antwerp
best
1. Take the bus from Antwerp to Essen central train stationN1387
4h 52m
€18–48
Drive 197.3 km
1. Drive from Antwerp (Land) to Essen197.3 km
2h 6m
€31–44
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Schiphol Airport
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)AMS - DUS
3h 53m
€134–431
Bus
1. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Essen central train station380
5h 5m
€18–50

Antwerp (Land) to Essen by bus

8Weekly Buses

4h 52mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 206.4 km
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Antwerp (Land), Belgium and Essen, Germany?

FlixBus operates a bus from Antwerp to Essen central train station once daily. Tickets cost €15–45 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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