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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Antwerp?

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

Is there a direct train between Essen and Antwerp?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Antwerp. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Anvers-Central via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal and Breda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Essen to Antwerp?

The distance between Essen and Antwerp is 270 km. The road distance is 197.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Antwerp without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Essen to Antwerp, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Antwerp bus from?

Essen to Antwerp bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Antwerp train from?

Essen to Antwerp train services, operated by DB Fernverkehr AG, depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Antwerp?

The best way to get from Essen to Antwerp is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h.

Where does the Essen to Antwerp bus arrive?

Essen to Antwerp bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, arrive at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where does the Essen to Antwerp train arrive?

Essen to Antwerp train services, operated by DB Fernverkehr AG, arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Essen to Antwerp?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Antwerp is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Essen to Antwerp.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Antwerp?

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Essen to Antwerp - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Essen to Antwerp by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78 / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Bredatrain
3. Take the train from Breda to Anvers-Centraltrain Ec
4h 8m
Drive 197.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Antwerpcar 197.8 km
2h 6m
€30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Antwerp Rooseveltplaatsbus 380
5h

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Essen to Antwerp.

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Distance: 269.5 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Anvers-Central via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, and Breda in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus-eu operates a bus from Essen central train station to Antwerp Rooseveltplaats once daily, and the journey takes 5h. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 4 times a week.

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