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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Boom is to bus which costs €19 - €29 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Boom is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Boom?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Boom. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Boom Beukenlaan via Berchem Station perron 31 and Wilrijk Moerelei. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Boom?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Boom. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Boom via Köln Hbf, Brussels-Nord and Anvers-Berchem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Essen to Boom?

The distance between Essen and Boom is 357 km. The road distance is 209.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Boom without a car is to train and line 50 bus which takes 4h 40m and costs €95 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Essen to Boom, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Boom bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Boom train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Boom?

The best way to get from Essen to Boom is to bus which takes 4h 56m and costs €19 - €29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €160 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Essen to Boom bus arrive?

Essen to Boom bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Antwerp station.

Where does the Essen to Boom train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Boom?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Boom is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Essen to Boom.

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

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Where can I stay near Boom?

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Essen to Boom - 5 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Boom by train, 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, line 50 bus
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2. Take the bus from Mechelen Station perron 10 to Boom Voetballersstraatbus 50
4h 40m
€95–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Antwerpbus N1387
4h 56m
€19–29
Drive 209.9 km
1. Drive from Essen to Boomcar 209.9 km
2h 12m
€33–47
Train, line 50 bus via Bruxelles Midi
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain Tha
2. Take the bus from Mechelen Station perron 10 to Boom Voetballersstraatbus 50
4h 40m
€93–154
Train
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 Anvers-Berchemtrain Ic / ...
4h 44m
€63–153

Essen to Boom by train and bus

13Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

€95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 357.2 km
Duration: 4h 40m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Antwerp once daily. Tickets cost €13–23 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Essen Hbf to Boom via Köln Hbf, Brussels-Nord, and Anvers-Berchem in around 4h 44m.

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