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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Aalst is to bus which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Aalst is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Aalst?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Aalst. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Aalst Zeeberg via Brussel WTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Aalst?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Aalst. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Alost via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Essen to Aalst?

The distance between Essen and Aalst is 324 km. The road distance is 243.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Aalst without a car is to train via Bruxelles Midi which takes 3h 24m and costs €60 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Essen to Aalst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Aalst bus from?

Essen to Aalst bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Aalst train from?

Essen to Aalst train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Aalst?

The best way to get from Essen to Aalst is to train via Bruxelles Midi which takes 3h 24m and costs €60 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Essen to Aalst bus arrive?

Essen to Aalst bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Essen to Aalst train arrive?

Essen to Aalst train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Aalst?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Aalst is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Essen to Aalst.

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

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Essen to Aalst - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Aalst by train (Eurostar), bus, or car

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

Train via Bruxelles Midi (Eurostar)
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain Tha
3h 24m
€64–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Brussels-North train stationbus 081 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussel WTC to Aalst Zeebergbus 714 / ...
4h 57m
€20–33
Drive 243.8 km
1. Drive from Essen to Aalstcar 243.8 km
2h 51m
€37–53
Train (Eurostar)
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
3h 29m
€64–156
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain 79
3. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Alosttrain S10 / ...
4h 25m
€49–142

Essen to Aalst by train (Eurostar)

14Weekly Trains

3h 24mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 324.1 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Aalst, Belgium?

Eurostar operates a train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Midi twice daily. Tickets cost €55–150 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Aalst Zeeberg via Brussels-North train station and Brussel WTC in around 4h 57m.

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